Chester Raccoon and the Acorn Full of Memories

by Audrey Penn

Author	: Audrey Penn
Publisher	: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages	: 36
Release	: 2011-09-08
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 1933718439

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Chester Raccoon's good friend Skiddel Squirrel has had an accident and will not be returning - ever. Chester is upset that he won't get to play with his friend anymore. Mrs. Raccoon suggests that Chester and his friends create some memories of Skiddel, so that they will have good memories when they miss him. Chester, his brother Ronny, and their friends decide to gather at the pond, where they combine their memories and create a touching celebration of their friend's life. Many young children must face the loss of loved ones or the need to attend a funeral. This sweet story will help children to understand the positive purpose behind memorial services and how "making memories" can provide cheer and comfort when missing an absent loved one.

Chester Raccoon and the Big Bad Bully

by Audrey Penn

Author	: Audrey Penn
Publisher	: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages	: 36
Release	: 2011-09-08
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 1933718420

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In this latest addition to the Kissing Hand book collection, Chester Raccoon must learn to deal with another common problem of childhood: a bully at school. When Mrs. Raccoon learns that there is a bully problem at school, she decides to investigate the situation. But after seeing the bully for herself, she shares a story about a forest that was full of smooth yellow stones, and how the animals living there changed a pointy stone they found into a smooth stone so that it wouldn't hurt any tender paws. Chester, Ronny, and Cassy follow the spirit of Mrs. Raccoon's story when they next encounter the Bully. Approaching him as a group, they invite him to play, proving that the best way to get rid of an enemy is to make him or her a friend. This book encourages children to understand that many child bullies are themselves unhappy and gives readers a good example of settling differences by peaceful means. Educators will embrace this story about a positive strategy for dealing with a bully.

Chester Raccoon and the Almost Perfect Sleepover

by Audrey Penn

Author	: Audrey Penn
Publisher	: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages	: 38
Release	: 2017-05-22
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 1939100127

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"Are we almost there?" Chester Raccoon asked his mother. Chester is excited about going to his very first sleepover. After his mother drops him off at Pepper Opossum's house with a Kissing Hand in his palm, Chester and his animal friends have a long day of playing games and eating snacks. But when the animals decide to bed down, Chester can't go to sleep. While his Kissing Hand has kept him from getting scared, he isn't in his own bedroom, and he misses his family. When Chester returns home, Mrs. Raccoon welcomes her little cub and reassures him that his home is always there when he needs it. Young readers will enjoy reading about the party fun and take comfort when Chester finds himself in a situation they can relate to.

A Pocket Full of Kisses

by Audrey Penn

Author	: Audrey Penn
Publisher	: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages	: 36
Release	: 2011-09-08
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 1933718404

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In this tender sequel to the New York Times bestseller and children's classic The Kissing Hand, Audrey Penn provides parents with another tale of love and reassurance to share with their children. Chester Raccoon has a baby brother—and the baby brother is taking over his territory. When Chester sees his mother give his baby brother a Kissing Hand—his Kissing Hand—he is overcome with sadness, but Mrs. Raccoon soothes his fears with her own special brand of wisdom, finding just the right way to let Chester know he is deeply loved. Brought to life by Barbara Leonard Gibson's warm illustrations, this story is perfect for families who are adjusting to all the changes new members can bring.

The Kissing Hand

by Audrey Penn

Author	: Audrey Penn
Publisher	: Tanglewood Press
Total Pages	: 34
Release	: 1993-10-15
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 1933718005

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When Chester the raccoon is reluctant to go back to school, his mother teaches him a secret way to carry her love with him.

A Kiss Goodbye

by Audrey Penn

Author	: Audrey Penn
Publisher	: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages	: 34
Release	: 2011-09-08
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 1933718412

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Moving is hard on everyone, but especially children. Chester Racoon, whom readers have come to know and love through the New York Times bestseller The Kissing Hand, and its sequel, A Pocket Full of Kisses, is facing another dilemma common to the lives of many children; he and his family are moving. Young readers will love the way Chester says goodbye to his old home and learns that there are some exciting aspects to his new home.

Memoirs of a Tortoise

by Devin Scillian

Author	: Devin Scillian
Publisher	: Sleeping Bear Press
Total Pages	: 32
Release	: 2020-05-15
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 1534166807

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Oliver the tortoise has had his human, Ike, for a very, very long time now. In fact, they're the same age--80 years old--and practically twins. They both enjoy the slowness of the garden, cool water from the hose on a hot day, and a nice slice of honeydew melon. But when Ike stops visiting the garden, Oliver wonders why his pet has left him so soon. So he makes the long journey to see his mother ten gardens away--she will certainly have the answer. This tender story from the author and illustrator that brought us Memoirs of a Goldfish reminds us to cherish all the days we have with our pets and loved ones.

The Secrets of Star Whales

by Rebecca Thorne

Author	: Rebecca Thorne
Publisher	: North Star Editions, Inc.
Total Pages	: 178
Release	: 2021-03-23
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 1631634429

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In a mission to preserve the memory of his deceased father, 12-year-old Maxion Belmont, aboard the space station Azura, discovers the secrets of the most elusive creatures in the galaxy: star whales.

A Kissing Hand for Chester Raccoon

by Audrey Penn

Author	: Audrey Penn
Publisher	: Tanglewood
Total Pages	: 14
Release	: 2014-04-15
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 9781933718774

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During the last 20 years, parents and teachers have passed along the secret of the Kissing Hand to children facing first days of kindergarten, first grade, and other separations. Now younger children can get in on Mama Raccoon's secret and find comfort in A Kissing Hand for Chester Raccoon, a board-book adaptation of the original picture book. Chester could feel his mother's kiss leap straight into his heart. "With a Kissing Hand," said Chester's mom, "We'll never be apart." "Just press your hand upon your cheek and feel that loving glow. It's Mommy saying, 'I love you,' wherever you may go." The Kissing Hand has become a children's classic that has touched the lives of millions of children and their parents. A Kissing Hand for Chester Raccoon conveys the heart of the story in rhyming verse, perfect for read-aloud and easy for even the little ones to remember and recite. With illustrations by Barbara Gibson that capture the warmth and beauty of the original artwork, toddlers now share in the benefits from Mrs. Raccoon's secret for making a child feel safe and secure.