Bear Hugs: A Book About Consent was written for the children who may not want to be hugged, and for the parents, grandparents, and friends who may need a gentle reminder in how best to approach them. It’s the sweet, playfully illustrated story of Banks, an exceptionally soft, fuzzy bear that isn’t always a fan of physical touch. While other creatures in the forest may read her hesitancy as shy or standoffish, Banks teaches them that she enjoys greeting others in various ways. Ultimately, the most important lesson that Banks teaches her friends is to ask for permission before hugging her.
Bear Hugs: A Book About Consent was written for the children who may not want to be hugged, and for the parents, grandparents, and friends who may need a gentle reminder in how best to approach them. It’s the sweet, playfully illustrated story of Banks, an exceptionally soft, fuzzy bear that isn’t always a fan of physical touch. While other creatures in the forest may read her hesitancy as shy or standoffish, Banks teaches them that she enjoys greeting others in various ways. Ultimately, the most important lesson that Banks teaches her friends is to ask for permission before hugging her.
Anne Marie Brown is a lyrical poet, children’s book author, and experiential travel expert based in Denver, Colorado. She has written three children’s books, Foxy Moxy, Hazel’s First Winter, and Goodnight, Little Owlet. She has also been the ghost writer for over twenty children’s books for other authors. Anne Marie also spends her time writing little poetic snacks for her Instagram account, @BrunchPoet. She wrote Bear Hugs for all children who may express love in other ways than hugs.
