The Kissing Hand (1993)

My grandma always sent my kids off with a kiss in their palm. When she died, I sent her off with one in her's. ( )

Can be used to teach students about emotions ( )

This book is adorable. It is a great first day of school book to read to kids. ( )

The Kissing Hand was one of my favorite books when I was a child. It follows the stroy of Chester Racoon who does not want to go to school and be away from his mother. To help him stop worrying, his mother, Mrs. Raccoon, shares a family secret called the Kissing Hand. This helps give Chester reassurance of her and her love anytime that he is scared without her. This book could be used in the classroom to help ease students' fears who may be dealing with separation anxiety and can be read on the first day of school. The book could also be used to teach children about feelings and how to express their feelings. ( )

The Kissing Hand tells the story of Chester the Racoon who is scared to go to school. His mother decides to share with him a family secret, which states that when he kisses his hand presses it to his cheek, it means he misses his mom and she will be with him. This story is for grades kindergarten through second grade. I would use this in my classroom in the first few weeks when children are missing their parents.