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Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug — Content Guide for Parents

By Eric CarleHarperCollins2018-12-18ISBN 978006283568032 pages
Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

A New York Times bestseller!

“A charming tale that shows how love can move even the grumpiest among us. A welcome addition to both the ever-popular Carle collection as well as books for Valentine’s Day.” —School Library Journal

From the World of Eric Carle comes a brand-new book starring the Grouchy Ladybug, a favorite character for over 40 years!

Perfect for fans of Love from the Hungry Caterpillar, this reminds us that that hugs and kisses truly make the world go 'round and that we all need love, even when we’re grouchy.

With Eric Carle’s signature bright collage illustrations featuring an array of charming animals, this is the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day, or any time you want to share love with someone special. With its universal message of friendship, this little gift book is perfect for all ages.

Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug will make you smile, clap, and jump for joy!

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence is present in the book. The narrative focuses on themes of love and friendship, and the search results do not provide evidence of any violent content. No scary content is present in the book. The narrative is gentle and focuses on positive themes, with no elements that would frighten children.

  • Does Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug have violence?

    No violence is present in the book. The narrative focuses on themes of love and friendship, and the search results do not provide evidence of any violent content.

  • Does Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug have scary content?

    No scary content is present in the book. The narrative is gentle and focuses on positive themes, with no elements that would frighten children.

  • Does Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The search results do not indicate any religious themes or practices within the narrative.

  • Does Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug have racial/cultural content?

    Race is not a central theme or plot element in the book. The search results indicate that the story is about love and friendship, without addressing racial issues.

  • Does Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug have profanity?

    No profanity is present in the book. The search results do not mention any inappropriate language in the context of the book.

  • Does Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug have climate change?

    No climate themes are present in the book. The narrative centers on emotional themes rather than environmental issues.

  • Does Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug have sexual identity?

    No sexual content in the book. The search results do not indicate any themes of sexuality or sexual education within the narrative.

  • Does Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It focuses on the Grouchy Ladybug's experiences with affection and friendship, without promoting specific gender expectations.

  • Does Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the book. The search results primarily reference other media and do not provide evidence of LGBTQ+ content in 'Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug'.

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