Storytime Theme: Hugs & Kisses (2023 update)
This is the perfect storytime theme for Valentine’s Day or anytime you need the kids to get a few extra snuggles from their caregivers! With a focus on hugs and kisses, this storytime theme is super sweet. Plus, some of the characters are just absolutely adorable! And while there are many great books about bodily autonomy and consent, you won’t see those in today’s lesson plan. That information would be a great aside for parents and maybe have some titles available to flip through after the program. This storytime is all about sharing love through hugs and kisses!
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Storytime Theme: Hugs & Kisses (2023 update)
Books
- All Kinds of Kisses by Nancy Tafuri
- Crocodiles Need Kisses Too by Rebecca Colby, illustrated by Penelope Dullaghan
- Group Hug by Jean Reidy, illustrated by Joey Chou
- Hugs and Kisses by Judi Abbot
- Kiss by Kiss by Richard Van Camp
- The Perfect Hug by Joana Walks and Judi Abbot
- 10 Hugs and Kisses
- Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug by Jonathan Stutzman, illustrated by Jay Fleck
- The Very Best Hug by Smriti Prasadam-Halls, illustrated by Alison Brown
Songs & Rhymes
- 5 Little Kisses – Moline Public Library
- I Can Hug – Madison Library
- Skinnamarink – Sharon, Lois, and Bram
Crafts & Activities
- Long Distance Hug – The Party Event
- Hershey Kiss Craft – Crafty Morning
- I Love You to Pieces – Fun Learning