The Kissing Hand

The Kissing Hand is a strong choice for readers looking for school picture books shaped by school, love. Audrey Penn builds the story around as Chester Raccoon heads to school, his mother offers a ritual of reassurance that has comforted generations of children. For families, educators, and librarians building lists of DEI picture books, BIPOC picture books, and strong read-alouds, this title brings real value for conversations about school, love.