Dont Hug Doug, Carrie Finison
Dont Hug Doug, Carrie Finison
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Don't Hug Doug
(He Doesn't Like It)

Author: Carrie Finison

Narrator: Jesus E. Martinez

Unabridged: 9 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/26/2021

Synopsis

Meet Doug, an ordinary kid who doesn't like hugs, in this fun and exuberant story which aims to spark discussions about bodily autonomy and consent—from author Carrie Finison and the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of The World Needs More Purple People, Daniel Wiseman.

Doug doesn't like hugs. He thinks hugs are too squeezy, too squashy, too squooshy, too smooshy. He doesn't like hello hugs or goodbye hugs, game-winning home run hugs or dropped ice cream cone hugs, and he definitely doesn't like birthday hugs. He'd much rather give a high five--or a low five, a side five, a double five, or a spinny five. Yup, some people love hugs; other people don't. So how can you tell if someone likes hugs or not? There's only one way to find out: Ask! Because everybody gets to decide for themselves whether they want a hug or not.

About The Author

Carrie Finison writes poetry, stories, and books for kids. She is the author of the picture book Dozens of Doughnuts, illustrated by Brianne Farley. She lives outside Boston with her husband, their son, and their daughter, and two cats who allow her to work in their attic office. Visit the author at carriefinison.com and follow her on Twitter @CarrieFinison.Daniel Wiseman is the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of The World Needs More Purple People by Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart. He has illustrated many books for kids, including Goodbye Brings Hello by Dianne White, Play This Book by Jessica Young, When Your Lion Needs a Bath by Susanna Leonard Hill, and the Baby Scientist series by Laura Gehl. He lives with his family in Knoxville, Tennessee. Learn more at danieldraws.com or follow the artist on Instagram @d_wiseman.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Sarah on December 14, 2020

I’m a consent educator and I love this book for so many reasons! I’ve read many children’s books about consent and I’ve noticed that most focus on teaching kids that it’s okay if they don’t want a certain kind of touch and that they have the power to say “no.” These are crucial lessons in consent an......more

Goodreads review by Rod on February 14, 2021

I am not a hugger, so this was pretty easy to identify with. I liked the stress on consent and individuality. But I did not like the swerve into high fives; we need a sequel about that scourge on humanity (as well as fist bumps). Maybe Don't Flash Dom Your Palm (You Left Hanging Isn't His Problem).......more

Goodreads review by Scottsdale Public Library on July 19, 2023

This is a super cute book regarding boundaries! Doug doesn't really like to be hugged, and he says “no thank you” every time someone tries. Instead, Doug gives alternatives on how to interact with him, like a high-five. The book holds great lessons about asking before doing and that it is okay to sa......more

Goodreads review by Kirsti on September 21, 2021

Fun and funny book that teaches a lesson: If you want to hug someone, ask first. Doug isn't angry or depressed or shy or scared—he just isn't a hugger. He likes high-fives, though!......more

Goodreads review by Ivonne on September 24, 2021

Author Carrie Finison’s Don’t Hug Doug (He Doesn’t Like It) works great for “ordinary kids” like Doug, who just doesn’t like all that touching. But the book is a godsend for children with autism or sensory issues. The picture book reassures readers that kids who don’t like hugs aren’t unfriendly or......more

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Praise for Don't Hug Doug:

A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year
An ALA Notable Children’s Book
A Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the Year

“A simple but effective lesson for children learning their own personal boundaries.” —TODAY

“Don’t Hug Doug can make kids feel better about their own boundaries, and challenge them to understand the comfort of others. But really, it gives grown-ups something to consider, too.” —Boston Globe

* “A cheerful approach to basic consent . . . An excellent update on the golden rule: treat people how they want to be treated.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

* “A gently humorous picture book that kindly, effectively highlights the importance of asking others before initiating physical contact.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Simple and effective in showing young viewers how to establish bodily autonomy . . . A great starting point for a conversation about boundaries and how to set them.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

“A fun way to deliver the truth of different strokes for different folks.” —Booklist

“It’s great to see . . . boundaries [of consent and personal autonomy] talked about, and Don’t Hug Doug does it in a way that’s both reinforcing and fun to read.” —The A.V. Club

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