Want a Hug? Illustrations by Hanna Barczyk and a powerful foreword by

and a powerful foreword by actor and activist Yara Shahidi

this book stunningly captures the relationship between mother and daughter and illuminates how memories are woven into us all

” Writing during the tumultuous days of the Vietnam conflict

from Shahidha Bari

Want a Hug? Illustrations by Hanna Barczyk and a powerful foreword byA 2023 CBC Children's Favorite Winner Its never too early to teach children about the necessity of boundaries and the power of consent. Developed by therapist Christine Babinec after years of working with survivors of abuse, Want a Hug? is a book about communication, understanding, mutuality, listening, and love. Far from a didactic lecture, this joyful picture book affirms that developing consent skills is a natural, positive, fun, and affirming