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Description edit
In this contemporary classic Chester Raccoon seeks love and reassurance from his mother as he ventures out into the world to attend his very first day of school.
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Summary edit
A momma raccoon doesn't want her son worrying at school so she gives him a kiss to save in his pocket. The kiss makes him feel more relaxed and comfortable about attending school because the kiss represents his mom being with him every step of the way.
Characters/People edit
- Chester Raccoon: A young raccoon boy who is not looking forward to starting school.
- Mrs. Raccoon: Chester's loving mother.
Quotes edit
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“"Spread open your palm like a fan."”
Momma Raccoon -
“Chester loved his Kissing Hand. Now he knew his mother's love would go with him wherever he went. Even to school.”
First Sentence edit
Chester Raccoon stood at the edge of the forest and cried.
Table of Contents edit
There were no chapters in this book.
Themes & Symbolism edit
- Love: This book is all about the love between parents and children and the consistency of that love no matter what the circumstance may be.
- School: The first day of school can be very scary and make children nervous. The Kissing Hand gives parents an opportunity to show children how they can be with Mom and Dad even if they aren't in the same room.
- Fear and Overcoming It: Chester is afraid to go to school but with his mothers kiss that fear is overcome. Sometimes all we need is a simple thing to help us overcome our fears.
Authors & Contributors edit
- Audrey Penn (Author)
Subjects edit
- Books › Children's Books › People & Places › Social Situations › Emotions & Feelings › Fiction
- Books › Children's Books › People & Places › Social Issues › New Experiences
- Books › Children's Books › People & Places › Family Life › New Experiences
- Books › Children's Books › Animals › Mammals › Fiction
- Books › Children's Books › Animals › Fiction
- Books › Children's Books › Ages 4-8
- Books › Children's Books › Literature
- Books › Teens › Social Issues
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Links to Supplemental Material edit
- The Wise Owl Factory book a day blog entry for THE KISSING HAND: The Wise Owl Factory book a day blog entry for THE KISSING HAND, FREE PDF work page, printable heart page, and coloring page intended for use with parent and child who is fearful about entering school. Could be used by school social workers.
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