Crocodiles Need Kisses Too -- Rebecca Colby, Hardcover

Everyone needs hugs and love in this offbeat, upbeat ode to the not-so-cuddly--and yet still sweet and beloved

Despite their lumpy, bumpy hide,
toothy mouths stretched open wide,
just like me and just like you,
crocodiles need kisses too.
Fun-to-read-aloud, rhyming text describes prickly porcupines, roaring tigers, and slithery snakes--not the most cuddly creatures, but still worthy of hugs and snuggles from their mamas With a luscious and colorful palette, Crocodiles Need Kisses Too shows that animals (and children) don't have to be warm and fuzzy to be totally lovable.

Author: Rebecca Colby
Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers
Published: 04/07/2020
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 10.80h x 9.20w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9780451480071
Audience: Baby-Preschool

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 01/15/2020
Publishers Weekly 02/24/2020
School Library Journal 04/01/2020 pg. 110
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 04/01/2020

About the Author
Before writing for children, Rebecca Colby worked for a Russian comedian, taught English in Taiwan, traveled the world as a tour director, and worked as a librarian. Originally from America, she now lives in North Yorkshire with her two daughters.

Penelope Dullaghan is an award-winning illustrator who has worked for major newspapers and magazines, as well as clients including Target and Tom's of Maine. She lives in Indianapolis, where she homeschools her daughter, plays in the river behind her house, and tends to her front-yard garden. See more of her wonderful artwork at
www.penelopedullaghan.com