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Daddy Hugs (Classic Board Book) [Board book]

Karen Katz
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews)

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Book Description

April 24, 2007 1 and up Classic Board Book
Daddy loves to give Baby hugs to say "I love you!"

Now Baby and Daddy can cuddle and count along with this hug-and-read book perfect for Baby's teeny, tiny hands.


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About the Author

Karen Katz has written and illustrated more than fifty picture books and novelty books including the bestselling Where Is Baby’s Belly Button? After graduating from the Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia, she attended the Yale Graduate School of Art and Architecture where she became interested in folk art, Indian miniatures, Shaker art, and Mexican art. Her book, Counting Kisses, was named one of the 100 Greatest Books for Kids by Scholastic Parent & Child and was a Children’s Book-of-the-Month Club Main Selection. Karen, her husband Gary Richards, and their daughter, Lena, divide their time between New York City and Saugerties, New York. Learn more about Karen Katz at KarenKatz.com.

Product Details

  • Age Range: 1 and up
  • Board book: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Little Simon (April 24, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1416941207
  • ISBN-13: 978-1416941200
  • Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 6.4 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,024 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Check out my newest book WIGGLE YOUR TOES! A Book to pull,fluff, and wiggle!

I have always been interested in folk art from around the world, Indian miniatures, Mexican ceramics, fabrics, Chagall, Matisse, children's art, and primitive painting, and I love to paint and experiment with pattern, texture, collage and color. The careers I've had--as a costume designer, a quilt maker, a fabric artist, and a graphic designer--have taken all these interests into account. Looking back, I can see that these passions and career choices have played a large part in influencing me to become a children's book author and illustrator.

But most importantly, it was after my husband and I adopted our daughter from Guatemala that I was inspired to do a children's book for her. My first book, Over the Moon, was the story of that magical experience of welcoming our daughter Lena into our lives. I painted, I drew, I collaged, and I wrote, and after working very hard... a beautiful book was born! Twenty-two books later, my daughter--now fourteen years old--still is an inspiration for me.

I am fascinated by babies and little kids. The simplest words and gestures can make them laugh. Sometimes standing in line at the supermarket and watching kids in grocery carts, my best ideas are born.

I am fascinated by people from all over the world and what they look like and how they live and the differences that make us all unique.

When an idea pops into my head I ask these questions:
Will a child want to read this book?
Will a parent want to read this book with their child?
Will this book make a parent and child feel something?
Is there something visual here that will hold a child's interest?
Will a child see something in a different way after reading this book?
If the answer is yes, then I know I'm on the right track.

I am very lucky to get to do what I do. Everyday I go into my studio and have fun. Don't get me wrong, some days are very frustrating. Sometimes the colors are all wrong and the words don't sound right. But after I work at it for a while...and try to do it a different way...and think...and change the words or colors...and try some more...suddenly, there it is--a great page of writing, or a great illustration. And nothing is more satisfying than that.

Customer Reviews

My daughter cannot go to sleep without her daddy reading her daddy hugs! Felicia  |  16 reviewers made a similar statement
A really good book for children about love from parents and family great for my book collecton. soberrover  |  7 reviewers made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
40 of 40 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Book encourages a nurturing Daddy June 14, 2007
Format:Board book
"Daddy Hugs" is one of the only baby-toddler books I've seen out there about Dads that doesn't focus on the stereotypical "macho-man" Daddy roles (like building a tree house or going camping/fishing). This is a great book for Daddies to read to their little ones that reinforces a more modern, nurturing Daddy. In the book, Karen Katz counts 10 different ways Dads can give their babies hugs (i.e.: kissing boo-boos, burping, getting ready for bed, first steps, playing hide-and-seek, dancing on Daddy's feet, etc.) The board book format makes this a great gift to give to new Dads, to incourage the ritual of reading to baby. Great way for new Dads who may even be a bit nervous about their new role to bond with their babies and see just how special that relationship can be.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A darling book for dads and babies October 15, 2007
Format:Board book|Amazon Verified Purchase
My husband and I both love reading this sweet book to our 6-month-old son. It shows different ways a dad shows his love for a baby of indeterminate gender ("finger hugs," "make it better" hugs, etc.)

As with all Karen Katz's books, the illustrations are darling. (The baby and the kitty are especially cute!) It's also very colorful and seems to really hold our son's attention.
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Dad's are important too! August 23, 2005
Format:Hardcover
The book is nicely illustrated with great use of colors. My daughter loves looking at "daddy and herself" in the story. Children quickly identify with the playing and hugging activity. It also helps them with numbers and counting. This book is a great way to spend some quality time with your son or daughter.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet book
This is a sweet little book that shares the different ways daddy shows his little girl love. Love the pictures. Very simple read for a young toddler or baby.
Published 27 days ago by Melissa
5.0 out of 5 stars good book
A really good book for children about love from parents and family great for my book collecton. The book has great illistration and print
Published 2 months ago by soberrover
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet Book for Daddy to Be
I just had a baby shower for my second child, and I didn't want my husband to feel left out. So he got Daddy Hugs as a present just for him. It is a well made, colorful board book. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Alli K
4.0 out of 5 stars Adorable
This adorable book is one I wish we had added to our collection years ago. We got it when my daughter was 3 and it's much more noticeably baby and daddy hugs than the book Mommy... Read more
Published 4 months ago by CKrat
5.0 out of 5 stars My 2.5 year-old daughter loves this book
Such a cute little book to read. My daughter giggles as we read through the pages - she likes "dancing on daddy's feet cha-cha hugs". Read more
Published 4 months ago by Megan
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun book!
My 9 month old grandson loves this book, over and over! It is sturdy enough for him to participate in the fun!
Published 4 months ago by Gail
5.0 out of 5 stars Like the Daddy book
All of Karen Katz books are great. Sturdy and colorful. We enjoy the books with the "daddy" theme. Easy for small hands to hold.
Published 5 months ago by Lettitia McPherson
5.0 out of 5 stars So cute
Gave this to my daughter who is expecting twins this month. Cant wait to read this book to them !!!
Published 5 months ago by Donna DeFilippis
4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely and important.
Karen Katz, Daddy Hugs 1-2-3 (Scholastic, 2005)

Basic, and extremely cute, counting book focusing on the bond between a father and a child (and a nosy cat who pops up in... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Robert P. Beveridge
4.0 out of 5 stars My daughter loves it!
Very sweet book. Practice counting, snuggle with mom & dad, a chance to give extra hugs. My 2yr old has loved it since she was old enough to sit on our lap and listen to us read.
Published 6 months ago by ajswebster
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