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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Kai, a merboy, loves to share hugs with his mother, but learns that some friends prefer fin bumps, tail claps, tentacle shakes, or claw pinches.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>An important lesson on consent for over-exuberant little huggers, nestled inside this lighthearted, summery story about expressions of love and friendship.</b> <p/>Kai is a little mer-boy who's big on hugs--or squishes, as he and his mama call them. But not everyone's a fan of Kai's spirited embrace, which he discovers soon after squishing a puffer fish, who swells up in fright! Kai feels awful; but with the help of his friends, he figures out another way to show his affection, and then everyone demonstrates their preferred ways of being greeted. Because, as Kai realizes, Every fish likes their own kind of squish.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>★ [A] Isubaqueous tale gently teaching consent...[and] offering young readers a visual lesson in empathy... Both<b> fun and educational</b>. ―<i>PW</i> starred review<br>Perfect for young students who are learning about friendship.... This <b>inclusive and heartwarming </b>book is <b>an essential addition to any library</b> collection for young children. ―<i>SLJ</i><br><i><br></i><b>Playful yet clear</b>...and the triumphant realization that 'every fish likes their own kind of squish!"' has high potential as a long-lasting and repeatable reminder. ―<i>BCCB <p/></i><b>[A] rollicking undersea adventure</b>...The back cover carries the overridingmessage: 'All you have to do is ask.' A fun lesson. ―<i>Booklist <p/>Humor...helps the intentionally instructive text avoid preachiness. <b>A mostly nifty vehicle to teach little ones about personal space, respect, consent, and bodily autonomy</b>. ―<i>Kirkus</i></i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Emily Neilson is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, now working at an animation studio in Portland, Oregon. This is her first book.

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