New Bedtime Book for Kids: I'm Going to Give You a Bear Hug!

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A new children’s bedtime book has hit our bookshelf, and it’s got this mama’s approval. I’m Going to Give You a Bear Hug!, written by bestselling author Caroline B. Cooney, is gentle, giggle-worthy, and calming – perfect for that time of night when you want the kids to settle down into sleep. It’s a playful and comforting bedtime book for kids that imagines all the wonderful ways a child might give and receive a hug.

Because it’s specifically written for kids ages 4–8, this book has been an immediate favorite at bedtime in our house. My 4-year-old daughter loves the whimsical rhyme scheme, and I have to admit, it’s pretty fun to read. (Sometimes, I’m all about fun voices and being animated, but some days are longer than others. I really appreciate when a book is written in a way that does most of the work for me!)

You’ll see what I mean here:

And you really can’t go wrong with animals, right? There’s a reason they are in so many children’s books. When it comes to I’m Going to Give You a Bear Hug, we love the bug hug and duck hug pages most.

Need a little something new in your bedtime book lineup? You can buy a copy of I’m Going to Give You a Bear Hug at Barnes & Noble.

About the Author

Caroline B. Cooney was born in New York, grew up in Connecticut, and now lives in South Carolina. Caroline is the author of 90 Young Adult novels in many genres, and her books have sold over fifteen million copies. I’m Going to Give You a Bear Hug! is her first picture book. It’s based on a verse she wrote for her own children, Louisa, Sayre and Harold, who are grown now.