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The Kissing Hand

By: Audrey Penn
Narrated by: Heather Koren
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Publisher's summary

Chester Raccoon is afraid to go to school, but his mother shares The Kissing Hand, a family secret that lets him feel her love whenever he needs it.
©2006 Audrey Penn (P)2006 Tanglewood

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The kissing hand

Sweet book
One of my favorite children’s books ever. My girls love it. Narration was nice.

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great for Kindergartners

I always read this to my class during the first week of school. I loved the audio book better

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Really Sweet

Narration was great. Loved the music in the background. Really makes the book a lot better I feel. Kiddos love the book as well as the illustrations. Also made an adaptation from this story 😊

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Cuts off poor audio

It was randomly stoping in between the paragraph
This was not good when your reading it to preschoolers:(

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helped me too

sentimental and sweet, to the heart of separation anxiety, this book was cool recorded with a little tune. good for kids and parents

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just beautiful book. I also love the song.

I loved it. I liked the voice of the narrator. beautiful message. I will recommend it to my friends and family.

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Makes me feel loved

this is a great book that offers encouragement for kids who are afraid of going off to school. it makes kids feel loved

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favorite of all

It is a wonderful kind book with a beautiful song in the end! absolute favorite!

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I am really Happy with this story!

Sweet melody, soft background, wonderful narration. We enjoyed our listen together! A perfect way to end the day.

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The love of my daughter


helped me with my daughter going into kindergarten. so thank you very much.

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