In "The Very Best Hug" by Smriti Prasadam-Halls, readers embark on a charming adventure exploring the warmth and comfort of hugs. The story follows a variety of animals as they search for the perfect hug, each offering their own unique style. From the gentle bear to the playful monkey, each character discovers that hugs come in many forms, reflecting the joy of friendship and connection. Ultimately, the tale celebrates the power of love and affection, reminding us that the very best hug is one that comes from the heart, bringing comfort and happiness to all. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2023 by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc .

Tony Mitton was born in North Africa and has also lived in Germany and Hong Kong. Now settled in Cambridge, England, Tony has written a number of picture books, including the Amazing Machines series (Kingfisher). This is Tony's first book with Bloomsbury. Alison Brown studied Fine Art at Liverpool and then became a graphic designer. She has been illustrating for the past three years. Alison was brought up in Bangor, Northern Ireland but she now lives in Leeds. Smriti Prasadam-Halls is a former children's book editor and the author of several books, including Jingle Jangle Jungle and Muddle Farm , both illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Smriti lives in Surrey with her husband and three young sons.