Would You Like a Hug?

A story about consent, respecting boundaries and friendship.

Gus LOVES hugs! But sometimes his friends don’t like hugs. Mouse doesn’t want a hug. Owl doesn’t want a hug. Wolf definitely doesn’t want a hug. Can Gus find a hug? Follow Gus and his friend, Grumpy Bear, on an adventure through the forest in search of a hug. Gus just might find a hug in the most unlikely of places.

Introduce the topic of consent in an age-appropriate way with this fun and heartwarming adventure that teaches kids how to set their own boundaries and respect the boundaries of others.

Written by Jessica Weibley & illustrated by Alexandra MacVean