The Kissing Hand
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A cute book that helps with making separation less stressful. (Oct 18, 2014)
Emily O.
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what parents are saying
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- Catherine A.
United States of America
My favorite!!! My mom read this to me as a kid when I had separation anxiety. Now my 3 yr old loves it too and always requests “kissing hands” before I go to work or wherever. Sep 26, 2022
- Allie S.
Branford, Connecticut
Cute story for little ones heading off to school! Aug 21, 2022
- Tahiri V.
04101, Maine
My son loves this book. It teaches you a good coping mechanism for kids that are having some separation anxiety and for many other situations. Jul 24, 2022
- Kaitlin D.
Northwood, New Hampshire
I think this book is really sweet but my toddlers struggle to understand the concept Dec 03, 2021
- Amy H.
Scotch Plains, New Jersey
Great book for the first day of school or daycare May 12, 2021
- Tiffany G.
Pipestone, Minnesota
our oldest likes this book. His way to say it "its lovely and like us." Right length with soothing feel. Jan 31, 2021
- Kerri I.
Calgary, Canada
This book is great for teaching your little one that no matter where you go mama will always be with you in your heart. I find reading this book helps little ones with separation anxiety. Jan 27, 2021
- Molly O.
United States of America
This is an awesome book for incoming preschool or kindergarteners. It teaches them bravery and that it is okay to miss mom when you are apart. Jul 26, 2020
- Tara T.
Olathe, Kansas
I read this with my kids before school starts or before I’ll be away for some reason. Then, I send my kisses in their hands. I remember my mom doing the same for me. Jul 10, 2020
- Allison L.
Appleton, Wisconsin
Such a cute story! Helpful for children having a hard time leaving mom and dad for daycare or school! Apr 06, 2020
- Jillian W.
Alden , New York
A must have Feb 04, 2020
- Brittany C.
Canton, Georgia
A great book! Jan 03, 2020
- Secretly Expecting
Raleigh, North Carolina
This reminds me of "Oh My Baby, Little One," which I prefer to this one. Nov 23, 2019
- Sierra H.
San Antonio, Texas
I had this book when I was a child. I am happy my baby can grow with it as well. Aug 30, 2019
- Holly P.
Bel Air , Maryland
One of my favorites!! Great for a kid going to school for the first time. Makes my tear up! Aug 04, 2019
- Allison A.
Hemet, California
This book is so special to me. My grandma read it to me to get me through hard times when I was a child. We always did the kissing hand. Now I’m reading it to my son. It’s precious. May 30, 2019
- Haley G.
Mannsville, New York
A beautiful story to teach about going to school, and how the separation can be hard, but mommy's and daddy's love is always with their littles even what the littles can't see them! Feb 12, 2019
- Katie M.
Newport , Rhode Island
This book is fantastic! My son's nursery school teacher had him read it at home and I went out and bought it because I liked the story so much! Order it or make it a gift!! It is a beautiful little s Jan 03, 2019
- Amanda G.
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
Really sweet story. Jan 03, 2019
- Kelli B.
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
This is a great story for young kids about to start preschool or kindergarten. Sep 05, 2018
- Jenn D.
United States of America
One of the sweetest stories. My elementary kids love it. And I read it to my baby In the NICU. A young raccoon has to spend time away from his mother and is very sad. So mom leaves a kiss in his hand. Aug 20, 2018
- Iliana M.
Averill Park, New York
Such a cute story! Even as an adult I enjoy reading it alpine for bed time Jul 27, 2018
- Mary V.
United States of America
One of my favorite books! Definitely a must for your child’s library! Jul 18, 2018
- Lyndsey S.
Gurnee, Illinois
Sweet story that is good for preparing kids for a transition that might be hard. We read it at the start of each school year. Jul 12, 2018
- Megan T.
Winston salem , North Carolina
Great message! I read this with my students on the first day of school Jun 18, 2018
- Alena T.
Raleigh, North Carolina
Great book to read with your child especially if they have some separation anxiety. Nice pictures too May 23, 2018
- Theresa F.
Yonkers, New York
Bought this when kids were starting school. Makes me cry. Apr 24, 2018
- Mandy D.
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
What a sweet one to remember reading with my mom. I love to show this to my baby already, and can't wait for her to love it more. Apr 09, 2018
- Erin J.
United States of America
This book was really useful for helping my daughter get through her first few weeks of preschool. Jan 23, 2018
- Shae E.
Davenport, Iowa
My daycare children loved this book and the sequel. Baby only half pays attention to it. Hopefully it'll be more meaningful when she gets older. Jan 08, 2018
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- Katherine M.
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- Brittany M.
Beaumont, Canada
I love to read this book to my daughter when I know she is going for a sleepover or it is a daycare day or on a Sunday when I have to work for the rest of the week. I hope it makes her think of me Mar 17, 2021
- Jenn O.
north canton, Ohio
This one will make the mamas cry. Such a sweet cute story. Sep 04, 2020
- Deb P.
United States of America
This book was essential in helping my kids deal with separation anxiety! Jan 26, 2020
- Starlite K.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
A Fan Favorite, being an old librarian and now working with babies and toddlers, this is a great book for your children to grow up with. Oct 22, 2019
- Nicole M.
Campbell River, Canada
This is a beautiful story! It’s a little too advanced for my 8 month old, but I can’t wait for when he fully understands the story. May 04, 2019
- Justine L.
Penacook, New Hampshire
Such a sweet book with beautiful illustrations. A book about a mother’s raccoons love even when she’s not physically present. Great coping skill book for teaching about separation anxiety in Littles. Mar 26, 2018
- Erin T.
Park Ridge, New Jersey
Classic pre-k book about a raccoon that is scared to go to his first day of school. Jan 05, 2018
- Nichole B.
Murrysville, Pennsylvania
Really great book to help with seperation. The raccoons are cute pictures and I love the way the mama raccoon shows the child a comforting way to separate. We have used a kidding hand before! May 01, 2017
- Kendall H.
Midland, Texas
Such a sweet sweet book!! Mar 23, 2017
- Morgan E.
Rockwall, Texas
Love this book. Such a sweet story! Jan 10, 2017
- Christa T.
Lakeland, Florida
My oldest daughter was given this book right before she started kindergarten and it was a great reminder of the huge leap she was taking, but that mommy and daddy were still at home waiting for her. Oct 05, 2016
- Katie S.
Massapequa Park, New York
Very cute book. I can see this book coming in handy when baby girl is going to nursery school. Right now she enjoys looking at the pictures. Jul 31, 2016
- Meesh D.
Phoenix, Arizona
I love the idea of this book. Definitely on our 'To-Get' List!! May 16, 2016
- Brianna d.
naperville, Illinois
Used this for my LO when starting preschool. A wonderful book. Mar 04, 2016
- Emily O.
Laurel, Maryland
A cute book that helps with making separation less stressful. Oct 18, 2014
- Britney D.
St Paul, Minnesota
Such a sweet story as kids head off to school. My son isn't in school yet, but he enjoys it, too. Oct 07, 2014
- Lindsey M.
Nashville, Louisiana
I love the story behind this book. Aug 21, 2014
- Angelica S.
Colby, Kansas
We got this for our daughter when she was experiencing some separation anxiety. It seemed to help her a little bit. Such a cute story too! Aug 11, 2014
Our little one loves to snuggle up and read this. Her favorite part, when we kiss her hand. Sep 25, 2013
More Parents' Reviews-
- Catherine A.
United States of America
My favorite!!! My mom read this to me as a kid when I had separation anxiety. Now my 3 yr old loves it too and always requests “kissing hands” before I go to work or wherever. Sep 26, 2022
- Allie S.
Branford, Connecticut
Cute story for little ones heading off to school! Aug 21, 2022
- Tahiri V.
04101, Maine
My son loves this book. It teaches you a good coping mechanism for kids that are having some separation anxiety and for many other situations. Jul 24, 2022
- Kaitlin D.
Northwood, New Hampshire
I think this book is really sweet but my toddlers struggle to understand the concept Dec 03, 2021
- Amy H.
Scotch Plains, New Jersey
Great book for the first day of school or daycare May 12, 2021
- Tiffany G.
Pipestone, Minnesota
our oldest likes this book. His way to say it "its lovely and like us." Right length with soothing feel. Jan 31, 2021
- Kerri I.
Calgary, Canada
This book is great for teaching your little one that no matter where you go mama will always be with you in your heart. I find reading this book helps little ones with separation anxiety. Jan 27, 2021
- Molly O.
United States of America
This is an awesome book for incoming preschool or kindergarteners. It teaches them bravery and that it is okay to miss mom when you are apart. Jul 26, 2020
- Tara T.
Olathe, Kansas
I read this with my kids before school starts or before I’ll be away for some reason. Then, I send my kisses in their hands. I remember my mom doing the same for me. Jul 10, 2020
- Allison L.
Appleton, Wisconsin
Such a cute story! Helpful for children having a hard time leaving mom and dad for daycare or school! Apr 06, 2020
- Jillian W.
Alden , New York
A must have Feb 04, 2020
- Brittany C.
Canton, Georgia
A great book! Jan 03, 2020
- Secretly Expecting
Raleigh, North Carolina
This reminds me of "Oh My Baby, Little One," which I prefer to this one. Nov 23, 2019
- Sierra H.
San Antonio, Texas
I had this book when I was a child. I am happy my baby can grow with it as well. Aug 30, 2019
- Holly P.
Bel Air , Maryland
One of my favorites!! Great for a kid going to school for the first time. Makes my tear up! Aug 04, 2019
- Allison A.
Hemet, California
This book is so special to me. My grandma read it to me to get me through hard times when I was a child. We always did the kissing hand. Now I’m reading it to my son. It’s precious. May 30, 2019
- Haley G.
Mannsville, New York
A beautiful story to teach about going to school, and how the separation can be hard, but mommy's and daddy's love is always with their littles even what the littles can't see them! Feb 12, 2019
- Katie M.
Newport , Rhode Island
This book is fantastic! My son's nursery school teacher had him read it at home and I went out and bought it because I liked the story so much! Order it or make it a gift!! It is a beautiful little s Jan 03, 2019
- Amanda G.
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
Really sweet story. Jan 03, 2019
- Kelli B.
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
This is a great story for young kids about to start preschool or kindergarten. Sep 05, 2018
- Jenn D.
United States of America
One of the sweetest stories. My elementary kids love it. And I read it to my baby In the NICU. A young raccoon has to spend time away from his mother and is very sad. So mom leaves a kiss in his hand. Aug 20, 2018
- Iliana M.
Averill Park, New York
Such a cute story! Even as an adult I enjoy reading it alpine for bed time Jul 27, 2018
- Mary V.
United States of America
One of my favorite books! Definitely a must for your child’s library! Jul 18, 2018
- Lyndsey S.
Gurnee, Illinois
Sweet story that is good for preparing kids for a transition that might be hard. We read it at the start of each school year. Jul 12, 2018
- Megan T.
Winston salem , North Carolina
Great message! I read this with my students on the first day of school Jun 18, 2018
- Alena T.
Raleigh, North Carolina
Great book to read with your child especially if they have some separation anxiety. Nice pictures too May 23, 2018
- Theresa F.
Yonkers, New York
Bought this when kids were starting school. Makes me cry. Apr 24, 2018
- Mandy D.
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
What a sweet one to remember reading with my mom. I love to show this to my baby already, and can't wait for her to love it more. Apr 09, 2018
- Erin J.
United States of America
This book was really useful for helping my daughter get through her first few weeks of preschool. Jan 23, 2018
- Shae E.
Davenport, Iowa
My daycare children loved this book and the sequel. Baby only half pays attention to it. Hopefully it'll be more meaningful when she gets older. Jan 08, 2018
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