Podcasts about kissing hand

Chester Raccoon has a baby brother—and the baby brother is taking over his territory. When Chester sees his mother give his baby brother a Kissing Hand—his Kissing Hand—he is overcome with sadness, but Mrs. Raccoon soothes his fears with her own special brand of wisdom, finding just the right way to let Chester know he is deeply loved. Don't forget to check out our educational summer and fall books at: www.SlothDreamsBooks.com

School is starting in the forest, but Chester Raccoon does not want to go. To help ease Chester's fears, Mrs. Raccoon shares a family secret called the Kissing Hand to give him the reassurance of her love any time his world feels a little scary. Don't forget to check out our educational summer and fall books at: www.SlothDreamsBooks.com

The Kissing Hand, written by Audry Penn, is one of those books that happens at the perfect time! It is about a little critter who isn't so excited about beginning school and the solution created by momma. It is a keeper for your library! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nona-reads0/message

Steven J. Simmons - Where Do Ocean Creatures Sleep at Night? This is episode 672 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast. Steven J. Simmons has been a professor of law and government, a White House aide on domestic policy, and a leader in the cable industry. Steven is the author of Where Do Creatures Sleep at Night? and the best-selling Alice and Greta: A Tale of Two Witches, and coauthor of Where Do Big Creatures Sleep at Night?  Clifford R. Simmons' lifelong passion for writing and love for his nieces and nephews fuels his enthusiasm for children's books and co-authorship with his father, Steven. Cliff formerly worked at Google and now runs his own business. He is the co-author of Where Do Big Creatures Sleep at Night?  Ruth E. Harper is a self-taught artist from England. She loves to echo nature in her work. She lives in Iowa with an adorable husband – they have six grown-up kids between them (plus handfuls of grandbabies!). She is the illustrator of the NYT bestseller The Kissing Hand (with Nancy M. Leak), Happy Mamas, Where Do Creatures Sleep at Night? and Where Do Big Creatures Sleep at Night? Our focus today will be their children's book - Where Do Ocean Creatures Sleep at Night? Awesome conversation! Fantastic book! Beautiful illustrations! Thanks for listening! Before you go... You could help support this podcast by Buying Me A Coffee. Not really buying me something to drink but clicking on the link on my home page at https://stevenmiletto.com for Buy Me a Coffee or by going to this link Buy Me a Coffee. This would allow you to donate to help the show address the costs associated with producing the podcast from upgrading gear to the fees associated with producing the show. That would be cool. Thanks for thinking about it.  Hey, I've got another favor...could you share the podcast with one of your friends, colleagues, and family members? Hmmm? What do you think? Thank you! You are AWESOME! Thanks so much! Connect & Learn More: https://www.stevesimmonsbooks.com/ https://www.instagram.com/simmonsstories/?hl=en Length - 30:12

Chester Raccoon doesn't want to go to school. He just wants to stay home with Mum.

Today, Lainey and I read The Kissing Hand, written by Audrey Penn. 

In this tender sequel to the New York Times bestseller and children's classic The Kissing Hand, Audrey Penn provides parents with another tale of love and reassurance to share with their children. Chester Raccoon has a baby brother—and the baby brother is taking over his territory. When Chester sees his mother give his baby brother a Kissing Hand—his Kissing Hand—he is overcome with sadness, but Mrs. Raccoon soothes his fears with her own special brand of wisdom, finding just the right way to let Chester know he is deeply loved. Brought to life by Barbara Leonard Gibson's warm illustrations, this story is perfect for families who are adjusting to all the changes new members can bring. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avant-garde-books/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avant-garde-books/support

In this tender sequel to the New York Times bestseller and children's classic The Kissing Hand, Audrey Penn provides parents with another tale of love and reassurance to share with their children. Chester Raccoon has a baby brother—and the baby brother is taking over his territory. When Chester sees his mother give his baby brother a Kissing Hand—his Kissing Hand—he is overcome with sadness, but Mrs. Raccoon soothes his fears with her own special brand of wisdom, finding just the right way to let Chester know he is deeply loved. Brought to life by Barbara Leonard Gibson's warm illustrations, this story is perfect for families who are adjusting to all the changes new members can bring. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avant-garde-books/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avant-garde-books/support

In this tender sequel to the New York Times bestseller and children's classic The Kissing Hand, Audrey Penn provides parents with another tale of love and reassurance to share with their children. Chester Raccoon has a baby brother—and the baby brother is taking over his territory. When Chester sees his mother give his baby brother a Kissing Hand—his Kissing Hand—he is overcome with sadness, but Mrs. Raccoon soothes his fears with her own special brand of wisdom, finding just the right way to let Chester know he is deeply loved. Brought to life by Barbara Leonard Gibson's warm illustrations, this story is perfect for families who are adjusting to all the changes new members can bring. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avant-garde-books/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avant-garde-books/support

Military children deserve to be celebrated and to connect through their shared experiences. We're helping grow that connection with each other and between military parents and their children with our new initiative, Book for the Military Child. You'll hear from our program manager, Laura Steiner, on the book we chose, The Kissing Hand. You'll also hear from the author of the book, Audrey Penn, along with special guest and longtime military spouse and mom, Melodye Whitesell.This year's book for the military child: The Kissing HandLearn more about Laura SteinerLearn more about Audrey Penn Visit our resources pageDownload the United Through Reading app today and request your copy of The Kissing Hand. You can even watch a special Spotlight Video of Audrey Penn reading her book just for our military families.

Terissa Kelton is the Co-Founder and EVP of Development, Production and Distribution at Rehab Entertainment. While running day-to-day operations, Kelton also oversees Rehab Entertainment's entire production slate with producing partner, John W. Hyde.Now streaming on Apple TV+, Kelton is part of the executive producing team behind the animated series based on the classic novel, HARRIET THE SPY.In family features, Kelton is executive producing the relaunch of FLIGHT OF THE NAVIGATOR, based on the 1986 classic. Bryce Dallas Howard is set to make her feature directorial debut on the film.She is also executive producing PROPHET with Sony/Studio 8, based on the Image comic book series created by Rob Liefeld. Sam Hargrave is set to direct and Jake Gyllenhaal to star.In children's television, with The Jim Henson Company, she is slated to executive produce a television project based on the popular pre-school book, THE KISSING HAND.Also with The Henson Company, Kelton is executive producing a television series loosely based on the popular picture book, THE COLORS OF US by Karen Katz. LENA! tells the story of a culturally diverse neighborhood through the eyes of a dyslexic, adopted seven-year-old from Guatemala who is always looking for ways to help her friends and family.In the horror feature space, Kelton is deeply involved and will executive produce a female-driven pregnancy horror penned by Sehaj Sethi.In digital, Kelton recently produced and starred in the series, PRIDE: THE SERIES, which is now available on Amazon Prime.She is an active member of the Hollywood Radio and Television Society and the Television Academy.Kelton began her career in Austin, Texas, working in various capacities on many feature films. She starred in LOOK AT ME AGAIN, SNATCH N GRAB, ABRAM'S HAND and TURKEY DAY. Interested in the world behind the camera, Kelton then went on the star in and produce GOIN' GUERILLA, 3 REFERENCES, QUAD X I & II, DISASSOCIATIONVILLE, and HOMECOMING I/II. Throughout this time, she was also involved in numerous short films. Kelton's work has been featured in film festivals around the United States and internationally; including the Austin Film Festival where 3 REFERENCES premiered and was nominated for an audience choice award. She has also received individual nominations and won various awards for acting and directing. Kelton has returned to the Austin Film Festival as a panel moderator, notably for writer Steve Faber's panel on Artistic Integrity. She's also has been a feature screenplay judge for the Austin Revolution Film Festival.Kelton graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre: Acting and a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication: Electronic Media from Texas State University at the age of 21. Some of her college highlights are starring in and producing the feature film, HOMECOMING; anchoring for the Texas State newscast, Bobcat Update; and studying all things Shakespeare with the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-Upon-Avon, England. Kelton also held officer roles in several organizations, including Alpha Psi Omega and Bobcat Build. ​Connect with Terissa Kelton: http://www.terissakelton.com/Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Can you believe it's time to start thinking about sending the kids Back-to-School! We've all had our summer fun in this crazy summer heat, but now it's back to business! Back to School Tips: -Check with your school's PTA/ PTO to see if you can order school supplies directly from your school instead of doing all the shopping yourself. -Get a quick haircut the week before, make a special breakfast on the 1st day and a fun afterschool snack to make the new school year extra special! -School can be tough and wearing on a kiddo, so daily affirmations, ESPECIALLY on the 1st day can help. -A quick chat about cell phones at school has been important to Ashley. Times are different than when we went to school, and some kids like making TikTok videos at school, so chatting about phones, safety, etc may be necessary. -Don't miss the Just Between Friends consignment sales all over Houston this fall to grab great deals on clothes for the kids! -The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn, We Don't Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T. Higgins, Strictly No Elephants by Lisa Mantchev, The Day you Begin by Jacqueline Woodson, and Llama Llama Misses Mama are great books to read before the 1st day of school and ease anxieties. -The Busy Toddler is an awesome Instagram resource for preparing your young kids for Kindergarten and what they REALLY need to know before the 1st day. Cream & Sugar Recommendations: Treats of Mexico... go! NOW! It's in Eado off of Telephone Rd. Try all kinds of Mexican treats, snacks and desserts. It's super popular and is always busy, so it MUST be good. Check out the show, Loot, on Apple TV. It's loosely based on the wife of Jeff Bezos. It's funny and quirky as it explores thew life of a woman who has incredible wealth while she works with those who have significantly less. Houston Moms House Blend Posts: Indoor Play Spots for Houston Kids by Shrav C. has been a great resource for play areas to visit while the outside temperatures continue to be insanely offensive! Letting Go: Sending a Child to Summer Camp for the First Time by Emily Feinstein is a great read to help you mentally prepare for sending your kids to camp, daycare, school, wherever.

Pt. 1 Terissa Kelton is an Executive Vice President & Co-Founder of Rehab Entertainment in Los Angeles, CA. She recently executive produced Harriet the Spy for Apple TV and will executive produce Flight of the Navigator with Disney+. In 2020, after a four-year producing partnership, Terissa Kelton and John Hyde co-founded Rehab Entertainment, with Kelton serving as the EVP of Development, Production, and Distribution. While running day-to-day operations, Kelton also oversees Rehab Entertainment's diverse development and production slate. In the feature film department, Kelton is Executive Producing relaunches of both FLIGHT OF THE NAVIGATOR & SHORT CIRCUIT, based on the 1986 films, and PROPHET, based on the Image Comics series created by Rob Liefeld, with Sony. In children's and family television, with The Jim Henson Company, Kelton is Executive Producing an animated series based on the classic novel, HARRIET THE SPY, as well as a television series based on the popular pre-school book, THE KISSING HAND. In digital, Kelton produces the LGBT drama, PRIDE: THE SERIES, which is now available on Amazon Prime. In distribution, Rehab Entertainment manages Short Circuit, Flight of the Navigator, Space Precinct and The Player. Kelton is an active member of the Hollywood Radio and Television Society and the Television Academy. Thank you for listening & supporting the podcast! Please down load the podcast episode. Donations & tips $ :) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sneakies or https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/anonymouscontent, https://enchantedbooks.godaddysites.com/ Books and merchandise. Please Subscribe to our YouTube:) https://www.youtube.com/user/Fellinijr/videos Subscribe & Support ;) https://tinyurl.com/5h6xkwp9 Other awesome podcasts: Enchanting Book Readings (Top 1%), Thrilling Stories, "Ghostly Stories & Strange Things" & Girl's Guide To Investing. Zombie Diaries: https://youtu.be/tBmgi3k6r9A Subscribe to our YouTube Channel. Buy our books :) Young Adult wizard book series: "Margaret Merlin's Journal" by A. A. Banks at Amazon! :) Margaret Merlin's Journal ~The Battle of the Black Witch ~Book I https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Battle-Black-ebook/dp/B01634G3CK Margaret Merlin's Journal ~ Unleashing the Dark One ~Book II Science fiction action adventure https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Unleashing-Dark-ebook/dp/B01J78YH6I Margaret Merlin's Journal ~ The Mask of the Parallel World ~Book III An Adventure in Italy https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Parallel-World-ebook/dp/B01KUGIZ8W/ Margaret Merlin's Journal ~The Quest for the Golden Key ~Book IV https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Quest-Golden-ebook/dp/B076FTTDQN Children's Books at Amazon: Jack the Bear and Golden Hair by Sir Herbert Sneakies Skip Boots Big Safari Adventure by Sir Herbert Sneakies Adventures of Mooch the Pooch by Sir Herbert Sneakies Blueber Goober the Monster In My Closet! by Sir Herbert Sneakies https://www.instagram.com/margaretmerlinsjournal/ TikTok: Sneakies Instagram: marylinartist If you would like to be a guest on the show email: jobsmh(@)live.com If you would like to sponsor the show email: mystuffmah(@)gmail.com Thank you for listening. Free music. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/filmaddicts/support

Pt. 2 Terissa Kelton is an Executive Vice President & Co-Founder of Rehab Entertainment in Los Angeles, CA. She recently executive produced Harriet the Spy for Apple TV and will executive produce Flight of the Navigator with Disney+. In 2020, after a four-year producing partnership, Terissa Kelton and John Hyde co-founded Rehab Entertainment, with Kelton serving as the EVP of Development, Production, and Distribution. While running day-to-day operations, Kelton also oversees Rehab Entertainment's diverse development and production slate. In the feature film department, Kelton is Executive Producing relaunches of both FLIGHT OF THE NAVIGATOR & SHORT CIRCUIT, based on the 1986 films, and PROPHET, based on the Image Comics series created by Rob Liefeld, with Sony. In children's and family television, with The Jim Henson Company, Kelton is Executive Producing an animated series based on the classic novel, HARRIET THE SPY, as well as a television series based on the popular pre-school book, THE KISSING HAND. In digital, Kelton produces the LGBT drama, PRIDE: THE SERIES, which is now available on Amazon Prime. In distribution, Rehab Entertainment manages Short Circuit, Flight of the Navigator, Space Precinct and The Player. Kelton is an active member of the Hollywood Radio and Television Society and the Television Academy. Thank you for listening & supporting the podcast! Please down load the podcast episode. Donations & tips $ :) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sneakies or https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/anonymouscontent, https://enchantedbooks.godaddysites.com/ Books and merchandise. Please Subscribe to our YouTube:) https://www.youtube.com/user/Fellinijr/videos Subscribe & Support ;) https://tinyurl.com/5h6xkwp9 Other awesome podcasts: Enchanting Book Readings (Top 1%), Thrilling Stories, "Ghostly Stories & Strange Things" & Girl's Guide To Investing. Zombie Diaries: https://youtu.be/tBmgi3k6r9A Subscribe to our YouTube Channel. Buy our books :) Young Adult wizard book series: "Margaret Merlin's Journal" by A. A. Banks at Amazon! :) Margaret Merlin's Journal ~The Battle of the Black Witch ~Book I https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Battle-Black-ebook/dp/B01634G3CK Margaret Merlin's Journal ~ Unleashing the Dark One ~Book II Science fiction action adventure https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Unleashing-Dark-ebook/dp/B01J78YH6I Margaret Merlin's Journal ~ The Mask of the Parallel World ~Book III An Adventure in Italy https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Parallel-World-ebook/dp/B01KUGIZ8W/ Margaret Merlin's Journal ~The Quest for the Golden Key ~Book IV https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Quest-Golden-ebook/dp/B076FTTDQN Children's Books at Amazon: Jack the Bear and Golden Hair by Sir Herbert Sneakies Skip Boots Big Safari Adventure by Sir Herbert Sneakies Adventures of Mooch the Pooch by Sir Herbert Sneakies Blueber Goober the Monster In My Closet! by Sir Herbert Sneakies https://www.instagram.com/margaretmerlinsjournal/ TikTok: Sneakies Instagram: marylinartist If you would like to be a guest on the show email: jobsmh(@)live.com If you would like to sponsor the show email: mystuffmah(@)gmail.com Thank you for listening. Free music. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/filmaddicts/support

Pt. 2 Terissa Kelton is an Executive Vice President & Co-Founder of Rehab Entertainment in Los Angeles, CA. She recently executive produced Harriet the Spy for Apple TV and will executive produce Flight of the Navigator with Disney+. In 2020, after a four-year producing partnership, Terissa Kelton and John Hyde co-founded Rehab Entertainment, with Kelton serving as the EVP of Development, Production, and Distribution. While running day-to-day operations, Kelton also oversees Rehab Entertainment's diverse development and production slate. In the feature film department, Kelton is Executive Producing relaunches of both FLIGHT OF THE NAVIGATOR & SHORT CIRCUIT, based on the 1986 films, and PROPHET, based on the Image Comics series created by Rob Liefeld, with Sony. In children's and family television, with The Jim Henson Company, Kelton is Executive Producing an animated series based on the classic novel, HARRIET THE SPY, as well as a television series based on the popular pre-school book, THE KISSING HAND. In digital, Kelton produces the LGBT drama, PRIDE: THE SERIES, which is now available on Amazon Prime. In distribution, Rehab Entertainment manages Short Circuit, Flight of the Navigator, Space Precinct and The Player. Kelton is an active member of the Hollywood Radio and Television Society and the Television Academy. Thank you for listening & supporting the podcast! Please down load the podcast episode. Donations & tips $ :) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sneakies or https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/anonymouscontent, https://enchantedbooks.godaddysites.com/ Books and merchandise. Please Subscribe to our YouTube:) https://www.youtube.com/user/Fellinijr/videos Subscribe & Support ;) https://tinyurl.com/5h6xkwp9 Other awesome podcasts: Enchanting Book Readings (Top 1%), Thrilling Stories, "Ghostly Stories & Strange Things" & Girl's Guide To Investing. Zombie Diaries: https://youtu.be/tBmgi3k6r9A Subscribe to our YouTube Channel. Buy our books :) Young Adult wizard book series: "Margaret Merlin's Journal" by A. A. Banks at Amazon! :) Margaret Merlin's Journal ~The Battle of the Black Witch ~Book I https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Battle-Black-ebook/dp/B01634G3CK Margaret Merlin's Journal ~ Unleashing the Dark One ~Book II Science fiction action adventure https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Unleashing-Dark-ebook/dp/B01J78YH6I Margaret Merlin's Journal ~ The Mask of the Parallel World ~Book III An Adventure in Italy https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Parallel-World-ebook/dp/B01KUGIZ8W/ Margaret Merlin's Journal ~The Quest for the Golden Key ~Book IV https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Quest-Golden-ebook/dp/B076FTTDQN Children's Books at Amazon: Jack the Bear and Golden Hair by Sir Herbert Sneakies Skip Boots Big Safari Adventure by Sir Herbert Sneakies Adventures of Mooch the Pooch by Sir Herbert Sneakies Blueber Goober the Monster In My Closet! by Sir Herbert Sneakies https://www.instagram.com/margaretmerlinsjournal/ TikTok: Sneakies Instagram: marylinartist If you would like to be a guest on the show email: jobsmh(@)live.com If you would like to sponsor the show email: mystuffmah(@)gmail.com Thank you for listening. Free music. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/filmaddicts/support

Pt. 1 Terissa Kelton is an Executive Vice President & Co-Founder of Rehab Entertainment in Los Angeles, CA. She recently executive produced Harriet the Spy for Apple TV and will executive produce Flight of the Navigator with Disney+. In 2020, after a four-year producing partnership, Terissa Kelton and John Hyde co-founded Rehab Entertainment, with Kelton serving as the EVP of Development, Production, and Distribution. While running day-to-day operations, Kelton also oversees Rehab Entertainment's diverse development and production slate. In the feature film department, Kelton is Executive Producing relaunches of both FLIGHT OF THE NAVIGATOR & SHORT CIRCUIT, based on the 1986 films, and PROPHET, based on the Image Comics series created by Rob Liefeld, with Sony. In children's and family television, with The Jim Henson Company, Kelton is Executive Producing an animated series based on the classic novel, HARRIET THE SPY, as well as a television series based on the popular pre-school book, THE KISSING HAND. In digital, Kelton produces the LGBT drama, PRIDE: THE SERIES, which is now available on Amazon Prime. In distribution, Rehab Entertainment manages Short Circuit, Flight of the Navigator, Space Precinct and The Player. Kelton is an active member of the Hollywood Radio and Television Society and the Television Academy. Thank you for listening & supporting the podcast! Please down load the podcast episode. Donations & tips $ :) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sneakies or https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/anonymouscontent, https://enchantedbooks.godaddysites.com/ Books and merchandise. Please Subscribe to our YouTube:) https://www.youtube.com/user/Fellinijr/videos Subscribe & Support ;) https://tinyurl.com/5h6xkwp9 Other awesome podcasts: Enchanting Book Readings (Top 1%), Thrilling Stories, "Ghostly Stories & Strange Things" & Girl's Guide To Investing. Zombie Diaries: https://youtu.be/tBmgi3k6r9A Subscribe to our YouTube Channel. Buy our books :) Young Adult wizard book series: "Margaret Merlin's Journal" by A. A. Banks at Amazon! :) Margaret Merlin's Journal ~The Battle of the Black Witch ~Book I https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Battle-Black-ebook/dp/B01634G3CK Margaret Merlin's Journal ~ Unleashing the Dark One ~Book II Science fiction action adventure https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Unleashing-Dark-ebook/dp/B01J78YH6I Margaret Merlin's Journal ~ The Mask of the Parallel World ~Book III An Adventure in Italy https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Parallel-World-ebook/dp/B01KUGIZ8W/ Margaret Merlin's Journal ~The Quest for the Golden Key ~Book IV https://www.amazon.com/Margaret-Merlins-Journal-Quest-Golden-ebook/dp/B076FTTDQN Children's Books at Amazon: Jack the Bear and Golden Hair by Sir Herbert Sneakies Skip Boots Big Safari Adventure by Sir Herbert Sneakies Adventures of Mooch the Pooch by Sir Herbert Sneakies Blueber Goober the Monster In My Closet! by Sir Herbert Sneakies https://www.instagram.com/margaretmerlinsjournal/ TikTok: Sneakies Instagram: marylinartist If you would like to be a guest on the show email: jobsmh(@)live.com If you would like to sponsor the show email: mystuffmah(@)gmail.com Thank you for listening. Free music. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/filmaddicts/support

Mother in the Wild reads "The Kissing Hand" by Audrey Penn

Preschool shopping can be overwhelming. Sometimes its based on price, other times on location, or maybe its the feel you get when you walk into the space. Either way, here are some things we look for when choosing a preschool:What does the classroom look like? A home-like environment that is comfortable, welcoming and feels happy.What about the teacher? A teacher should be loving, set boundaries, get down to your child's level (kneels), speak to your child with respect, and has an understanding of child development.What is the curriculum? It should be play-based, that means no worksheets or flashcards, just genuine play, with learning sprinkled into the play (See our upcoming podcast on this topic!).What is the student to teacher ratio, or how many kids are in the class with the teacher? The lower the better! That means more one-on-one time with your child. What kind of snacks or meals? Make sure these align with your habits. We want to make sure your kids are getting protein for their brains, not a bunch of sugary snacks, so it's important to ask. What does the outdoor space look like? Should be inviting, lots of room to play AND they should be outdoors for at least 1 hour in the morning and 1 hour in the afternoon, at a minimum.What qualifications does the Director have? They should have at least an AA in Child Development/Early Childhood Education, a is BA preferred. Its ok to ask about this!So now that you have picked a school, don't forget you need a drop off routine to help your little one feel comfortable during this transition. I recommend The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn — read them the book multiple times before the first drop off, then when you drop them off remind them of the book, give them a kiss and a hug, say good bye and that you will see them after their lunch (or whatever activity they have before you pick them up) and then leave. Please, don't stay, it makes it harder for your child, once you say bye, you must leave. Let the teacher help to soothe your child, this is what they are good at! You can make this more special by adding things, maybe reading them a book in the classroom before you leave, or waving at the window, whatever feels best for you and your little and then stick to it. This routine will help them feel secure and safe.  Good luck Parents! This is ALWAYS harder for you then it is for them!

A little raccoon learns a secret from his mother.

Stories read by Tangerine Montessori Elementary children for the little ones.

Since we were 98% sure that we'd already done The Kissing Hand, this year's first day of school book came out 21 years ago. This book is huge with teachers and schools but isn't a book that won a lot of literary awards or anything. And with children heading back to school now, the timing could not be better. With its M. Night Shymalan-esque twist and fondness for slips and magenta clogs, this proves to be an excellent peek into the state of picture books circa 2000. Show Notes: So is it a Midwest thing for kids to go to school before Labor Day? Or are we just making this up? Betsy mentions that another book did the exact same twist in its storyline. That book was Back to School Tortoise, which came out in 2011. For the full Show Notes please visit: http://blogs.slj.com/afuse8production/2021/08/23/fuse-8-n-kate-first-day-jitters-by-julie-danneberg-ill-judy-love/

The tween and teen years are a bit of a mystery in terms of knowing how to connect with them, how to support them, and how to communicate without pushing hot buttons that cause a blow up or retreat. There are reasons for this, but that doesn't make it any less tricky to parent effectively. I've got some inside info for you from years of working with clients in this age group who were able to open up about the underlying factors that fed their anxiety.If you want to find The Kissing Hand book I referenced today, check it out here: https://www.amazon.ca/Kissing-Hand-Audrey-Penn/dp/1933718102/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlsv_BRDtARIsAHMGVSZHY0ws-nPDNtvvxEtFy_VdsQQpaAPMLsAkDxSqlRjFvz3avJL0AncaAlVoEALw_wcB&hvadid=229987936493&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9060809&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=5105440855996452246&hvtargid=kwd-301158690642&hydadcr=16516_10238834&keywords=the+kissing+hand+book&qid=1609805981&sr=8-2&tag=googcana-20

Talking to Kids about Death and Loss (0:00:00) Death is a natural part of life, but can be difficult to discuss. Even more difficult when you're trying to have that conversation with a young child. While we want to shield our children from serious grief and pain, we aren't always able to. Sometimes we have to have the hard talk with children sooner than we had hoped. We're welcoming Audrey Penn on the show. Audrey is an award-winning author of several children's books, including The Kissing Hand, her best seller that helps kids discuss death and grief. Today we'll be discussing why this concept is so important and how we can have those difficult conversations with our children.   What is Long COVID? (0:19:40) If you have a cough or fever, you're probably worried you have COVID. And if you do, the good news is that with a 98%recovery rate, you'll probably feel better soon. But some that have recovered unfortunately are still experiencing symptoms, making it tough to go back to their normal life. An international group of researchers have discovered that COVID symptoms might remain prevalent for a while after you recover. Here to tell us more about it and how we can protect ourselves is the lead of the US group, Dr. Andrew Chan.   How the Law Protects Wild Animals (0:37:33) Going to the zoo is one of the most magical things you can do as a kid—it's like seeing all your bedtime stories come to life before your eyes. Rudyard Kipling's Shere Khan (the tiger from The Junglebook), the bears from Goldilocks, and Curious George all in one place. However, not all zoos are created equal and as we age the glamour of zoos begins to wear thin. We start to wonder about the treatment of the animals and the conditions of their containment. We ask ourselves, how ethical are zoos really? Hereto answer these questions and to talk with us about the laws regulating zoos is Dr. Liz Tyson, Programs Director of Born Free USA and author of "Licensing Laws and Animal Welfare: The Legal Protection of Wild Animals".   Normalizing Mental Health (0:52:45) The pandemic has changed a lot about what “normal” means, and on top of regular day to day stress, chances are your mental health might have taken a hit. In fact, 1 in 5 adults in the US suffer from a mental health issue, and this number looks like it might increase with the pandemic requiring us to stay inside and isolate from others. Even though it's common, it can still be difficult to have conversations surrounding mental health. How can we navigate these conversations, especially in a time like this? Joining us is mental health advocate Darrell Moon.    Alex Trebek's Legacy (1:11:22) Just under 2 weeks ago, the beloved host of Jeopardy! Alex Trebek passed away at the age of 80. Doctors diagnosed Trebek with pancreatic cancer at the start of 2019, and while he underwent treatments for a brief respite, he resumed chemotherapy not long after. Trebek was the host of Jeopardy! for 37 years. Since his death, many fans and former contestants of the show have honored his life with kind words and tributes. Joining us today to discuss his legacy and the show is former contestant, Christine Hurt.   Weekend Review (1:27:15) Lisa and Richie talk about what there is to do this weekend, from the new shows coming to streaming services to the New York Times bestseller list to what's going on in your community.

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为你读英语美文· 第281期 The Kissing Hand 《魔法亲亲》 | The Kissing Hand 魔法亲亲 | 献给每个需要被爱的人主播：嘉欣，洋子，Lisa坐标：西安公众号首播The Kissing Hand《魔法亲亲》作者：Audrey PennChester Raccoon stood at the edge of the forest and cried.浣熊奇奇站在森林的边缘哭泣。"I don't want to go to school," He told his mother. "I want to stay home with you. I want to play with my friends. And play with my toys. And read my books. And swing on my swing.Please may I stay home with you?"“我不想上学，”他对妈妈说，“我想和你留在家里，跟我的朋友玩游戏，玩我的玩具，看我的书，荡我的秋千。可以让我留在家里吗？拜托嘛。” Mrs. Raccoon took Chester by the hand and nuzzled him on the ear.浣熊妈妈抱着奇奇，用鼻尖碰碰他的耳朵。"Sometimes we all have to do things we don't want to do," she told him gently. "Even if they seem strange and scary at first. But you will love school once you start." “有时候，我们都必须做一些自己不想做的事，”她温柔的说，“就算那些事刚开始看起来很陌生，又令人害怕。可是只要你去上学，就会爱上学校。” "You'll make new friends. And play with new toys."“你会交到新朋友，玩新的玩具。” "Read new books. And swing on new swing. Besides," she added. "I know a wonderful secret that will make your nights at school seem as warm and cozy as your days at home." “看新的书，荡新的秋千。”她接着说，“还有，我知道一个很棒的秘密，让你晚上在学校，可以和白天在家里一样温暖又舒服。” Chester wiped away his tears and looked interested. "A secret? What kind of secret? ‘'奇奇擦干眼泪，好奇地看着妈妈。“秘密？什么秘密？”“A very old secret," said Mrs. Raccoon. "I learned it from my mother, and she learned it from hers. It's called the Kissing Hand.”“一个非常古老的秘密，”浣熊妈妈说，“是我外婆告诉我妈妈，我妈妈再告诉我的。它就是‘魔法亲亲'。”"The Kissing Hand！”asked Chester.”What's that?" “魔法亲亲？”奇奇问，“什么是‘魔法亲亲'？” "I'll show you." Mrs. Raccoon took Chester's left hand and spread open his tiny fingers into a fan. Leaning forward, she kissed Chester right in the middle of his palm.“注意看哦！“浣熊妈妈拉起奇奇的左手，把他的小小的手指全部摊开，然后身体微微向前倾，在奇奇的手掌心亲了一下。 Chester felt his mother's kiss rush from his hand, up his arm, and into his heart. Even his silky, black mask tingled with a special warmth.奇奇觉得妈妈的亲亲，从他的手掌心很快地冲上手臂，钻进心里。就连他毛茸茸的黑脸颊，也感受到一种特别的温暖。 Mrs. Raccoon smiled. "Now" she told Chester "whenever you feel lonely, and need a little loving from home, just press your hand to your cheek and think, "Mommy loves you. Mommy loves you." And that very kiss will jump to your face and fill you with toasty warm thoughts." 浣熊妈妈笑着对奇奇说：“从现在开始，你觉得孤单和需要家的关爱时，只要把手贴在脸颊上，心里想着：‘妈妈爱你，妈妈爱你。'这个亲亲就会跳到你的脸上，让你觉得温暖又舒服。"She took Chester's hand and carefully wrapped his fingers around the kiss. "Now, do be careful not to lose it," she teased him. "But don't worry. When you open your hand and wash your food, I promise the kiss will stick." 浣熊妈妈拉着奇奇的手，用他的手指把那个亲亲小心地包起来。“千万别搞丢喔，”她开玩笑地对奇奇说，“不过别担心，你张开手洗食物的时候，我保证那个亲亲会一直黏在你手上。” Chester loved his kissing hand. Now he knew his mother's love would go with him wherever he went. Even to school. 奇奇好喜欢他的“魔法亲亲”。现在，他知道不管自己去哪里，妈妈的爱都会和他在一起，就算去学校也是一样。 That night Chester stood in front of the school and looked thoughtful. Suddenly, he turned to his mother and grinned那天晚上，奇奇站在学校前面，边看边想。突然，他转过身对妈妈笑一笑。"Give me your hand" he told her. “把你的手给我。”他对妈妈说。 Chester took his mother's hand in his own and unfolded her large familiar fingers into a fan. Next, he leaned forward and kissed the center of her hand.奇奇拉着妈妈的手，把那些又大又熟悉的手指全部摊开。接着，他微微向前倾，在妈妈的手掌心亲了一下。"Now you have a Kissing Hand too," he told her. And with a gentle “Good-bye” and "I love you”, Chester turned and danced away. “现在，你也有‘魔法亲亲‘了。”他对妈妈说。然后，奇奇轻声说了声“再见”和“我爱你”，便转过身，蹦蹦跳跳地离开了。 Mrs. Raccoon watched Chester scamper across a tree limb and enter school. And as the hoot owl rang in the new school year, she pressed her left hand to her cheek and smiled.浣熊妈妈看着奇奇跳过树枝，进入学校。猫头鹰呜呜呜唱，宣布新学年开始的时候，浣熊妈妈把自己的左手贴在脸颊上，忍不住露出了微笑。The warmth of Chester's kiss filled her heart with special words. 奇奇温暖的亲亲化作特别的话语，充满她的心中，"Chester loves you." it sang. "Chester loves you." 仿佛在说：“奇奇爱你，奇奇爱你。” I Love You我爱你录制，策划: 嘉欣，洋子，Lisa, 制作：永清文字，音乐，图片非商业用途，版权归作者或版权方所有 ▎节目首发，背景音乐，图文资料，更多推送敬请关注微信公众号：为你读英语美文，ID：readenglishforyou

为你读英语美文· 第281期 The Kissing Hand 《魔法亲亲》 | The Kissing Hand 魔法亲亲 | 献给每个需要被爱的人主播：嘉欣，洋子，Lisa坐标：西安公众号首播The Kissing Hand《魔法亲亲》作者：Audrey PennChester Raccoon stood at the edge of the forest and cried.浣熊奇奇站在森林的边缘哭泣。"I don't want to go to school," He told his mother. "I want to stay home with you. I want to play with my friends. And play with my toys. And read my books. And swing on my swing.Please may I stay home with you?"“我不想上学，”他对妈妈说，“我想和你留在家里，跟我的朋友玩游戏，玩我的玩具，看我的书，荡我的秋千。可以让我留在家里吗？拜托嘛。” Mrs. Raccoon took Chester by the hand and nuzzled him on the ear.浣熊妈妈抱着奇奇，用鼻尖碰碰他的耳朵。"Sometimes we all have to do things we don't want to do," she told him gently. "Even if they seem strange and scary at first. But you will love school once you start." “有时候，我们都必须做一些自己不想做的事，”她温柔的说，“就算那些事刚开始看起来很陌生，又令人害怕。可是只要你去上学，就会爱上学校。” "You'll make new friends. And play with new toys."“你会交到新朋友，玩新的玩具。” "Read new books. And swing on new swing. Besides," she added. "I know a wonderful secret that will make your nights at school seem as warm and cozy as your days at home." “看新的书，荡新的秋千。”她接着说，“还有，我知道一个很棒的秘密，让你晚上在学校，可以和白天在家里一样温暖又舒服。” Chester wiped away his tears and looked interested. "A secret? What kind of secret? ‘'奇奇擦干眼泪，好奇地看着妈妈。“秘密？什么秘密？”“A very old secret," said Mrs. Raccoon. "I learned it from my mother, and she learned it from hers. It's called the Kissing Hand.”“一个非常古老的秘密，”浣熊妈妈说，“是我外婆告诉我妈妈，我妈妈再告诉我的。它就是‘魔法亲亲'。”"The Kissing Hand！”asked Chester.”What's that?" “魔法亲亲？”奇奇问，“什么是‘魔法亲亲'？” "I'll show you." Mrs. Raccoon took Chester's left hand and spread open his tiny fingers into a fan. Leaning forward, she kissed Chester right in the middle of his palm.“注意看哦！“浣熊妈妈拉起奇奇的左手，把他的小小的手指全部摊开，然后身体微微向前倾，在奇奇的手掌心亲了一下。 Chester felt his mother's kiss rush from his hand, up his arm, and into his heart. Even his silky, black mask tingled with a special warmth.奇奇觉得妈妈的亲亲，从他的手掌心很快地冲上手臂，钻进心里。就连他毛茸茸的黑脸颊，也感受到一种特别的温暖。 Mrs. Raccoon smiled. "Now" she told Chester "whenever you feel lonely, and need a little loving from home, just press your hand to your cheek and think, "Mommy loves you. Mommy loves you." And that very kiss will jump to your face and fill you with toasty warm thoughts." 浣熊妈妈笑着对奇奇说：“从现在开始，你觉得孤单和需要家的关爱时，只要把手贴在脸颊上，心里想着：‘妈妈爱你，妈妈爱你。'这个亲亲就会跳到你的脸上，让你觉得温暖又舒服。"She took Chester's hand and carefully wrapped his fingers around the kiss. "Now, do be careful not to lose it," she teased him. "But don't worry. When you open your hand and wash your hand, I promise the kiss will stick." 浣熊妈妈拉着奇奇的手，用他的手指把那个亲亲小心地包起来。“千万别搞丢喔，”她开玩笑地对奇奇说，“不过别担心，你张开手洗食物的时候，我保证那个亲亲会一直黏在你手上。” Chester loved his kissing hand. Now he knew his mother's love would go with him wherever he went. Even to school. 奇奇好喜欢他的“魔法亲亲”。现在，他知道不管自己去哪里，妈妈的爱都会和他在一起，就算去学校也是一样。 That night Chester stood in front of the school and looked thoughtful. Suddenly, he turned to his mother and grinned那天晚上，奇奇站在学校前面，边看边想。突然，他转过身对妈妈笑一笑。"Give me your hand" he told her. “把你的手给我。”他对妈妈说。 Chester took his mother's hand in his own and unfolded her large familiar fingers into a fan. Next, he leaned forward and kissed the center of her hand.奇奇拉着妈妈的手，把那些又大又熟悉的手指全部摊开。接着，他微微向前倾，在妈妈的手掌心亲了一下。"Now you have a Kissing Hand too," he told her. And with a gentle “Good-bye” and "I love you”, Chester turned and danced away. “现在，你也有‘魔法亲亲‘了。”他对妈妈说。然后，奇奇轻声说了声“再见”和“我爱你”，便转过身，蹦蹦跳跳地离开了。 Mrs. Raccoon watched Chester scamper across a tree limb and enter school. And as the hoot owl rang in the new school year, she pressed her left hand to her cheek and smiled.浣熊妈妈看着奇奇跳过树枝，进入学校。猫头鹰呜呜呜唱，宣布新学年开始的时候，浣熊妈妈把自己的左手贴在脸颊上，忍不住露出了微笑。The warmth of Chester's kiss filled her heart with special words. 奇奇温暖的亲亲化作特别的话语，充满她的心中，"Chester loves you." it sang. "Chester loves you." 仿佛在说：“奇奇爱你，奇奇爱你。” I Love You我爱你录制，策划: 嘉欣，洋子，Lisa, 制作：永清文字，音乐，图片非商业用途，版权归作者或版权方所有 ▎节目首发，背景音乐，图文资料，更多推送敬请关注微信公众号：为你读英语美文，ID：readenglishforyou

为你读英语美文· 第281期 The Kissing Hand 《魔法亲亲》 | The Kissing Hand 魔法亲亲 | 献给每个需要被爱的人主播：嘉欣，洋子，Lisa坐标：西安公众号首播The Kissing Hand《魔法亲亲》作者：Audrey PennChester Raccoon stood at the edge of the forest and cried.浣熊奇奇站在森林的边缘哭泣。"I don't want to go to school," He told his mother. "I want to stay home with you. I want to play with my friends. And play with my toys. And read my books. And swing on my swing.Please may I stay home with you?"“我不想上学，”他对妈妈说，“我想和你留在家里，跟我的朋友玩游戏，玩我的玩具，看我的书，荡我的秋千。可以让我留在家里吗？拜托嘛。” Mrs. Raccoon took Chester by the hand and nuzzled him on the ear.浣熊妈妈抱着奇奇，用鼻尖碰碰他的耳朵。"Sometimes we all have to do things we don't want to do," she told him gently. "Even if they seem strange and scary at first. But you will love school once you start." “有时候，我们都必须做一些自己不想做的事，”她温柔的说，“就算那些事刚开始看起来很陌生，又令人害怕。可是只要你去上学，就会爱上学校。” "You'll make new friends. And play with new toys."“你会交到新朋友，玩新的玩具。” "Read new books. And swing on new swing. Besides," she added. "I know a wonderful secret that will make your nights at school seem as warm and cozy as your days at home." “看新的书，荡新的秋千。”她接着说，“还有，我知道一个很棒的秘密，让你晚上在学校，可以和白天在家里一样温暖又舒服。” Chester wiped away his tears and looked interested. "A secret? What kind of secret? ‘'奇奇擦干眼泪，好奇地看着妈妈。“秘密？什么秘密？”“A very old secret," said Mrs. Raccoon. "I learned it from my mother, and she learned it from hers. It's called the Kissing Hand.”“一个非常古老的秘密，”浣熊妈妈说，“是我外婆告诉我妈妈，我妈妈再告诉我的。它就是‘魔法亲亲'。”"The Kissing Hand！”asked Chester.”What's that?" “魔法亲亲？”奇奇问，“什么是‘魔法亲亲'？” "I'll show you." Mrs. Raccoon took Chester's left hand and spread open his tiny fingers into a fan. Leaning forward, she kissed Chester right in the middle of his palm.“注意看哦！“浣熊妈妈拉起奇奇的左手，把他的小小的手指全部摊开，然后身体微微向前倾，在奇奇的手掌心亲了一下。 Chester felt his mother's kiss rush from his hand, up his arm, and into his heart. Even his silky, black mask tingled with a special warmth.奇奇觉得妈妈的亲亲，从他的手掌心很快地冲上手臂，钻进心里。就连他毛茸茸的黑脸颊，也感受到一种特别的温暖。 Mrs. Raccoon smiled. "Now" she told Chester "whenever you feel lonely, and need a little loving from home, just press your hand to your cheek and think, "Mommy loves you. Mommy loves you." And that very kiss will jump to your face and fill you with toasty warm thoughts." 浣熊妈妈笑着对奇奇说：“从现在开始，你觉得孤单和需要家的关爱时，只要把手贴在脸颊上，心里想着：‘妈妈爱你，妈妈爱你。'这个亲亲就会跳到你的脸上，让你觉得温暖又舒服。"She took Chester's hand and carefully wrapped his fingers around the kiss. "Now, do be careful not to lose it," she teased him. "But don't worry. When you open your hand and wash your food, I promise the kiss will stick." 浣熊妈妈拉着奇奇的手，用他的手指把那个亲亲小心地包起来。“千万别搞丢喔，”她开玩笑地对奇奇说，“不过别担心，你张开手洗食物的时候，我保证那个亲亲会一直黏在你手上。” Chester loved his kissing hand. Now he knew his mother's love would go with him wherever he went. Even to school. 奇奇好喜欢他的“魔法亲亲”。现在，他知道不管自己去哪里，妈妈的爱都会和他在一起，就算去学校也是一样。 That night Chester stood in front of the school and looked thoughtful. Suddenly, he turned to his mother and grinned那天晚上，奇奇站在学校前面，边看边想。突然，他转过身对妈妈笑一笑。"Give me your hand" he told her. “把你的手给我。”他对妈妈说。 Chester took his mother's hand in his own and unfolded her large familiar fingers into a fan. Next, he leaned forward and kissed the center of her hand.奇奇拉着妈妈的手，把那些又大又熟悉的手指全部摊开。接着，他微微向前倾，在妈妈的手掌心亲了一下。"Now you have a Kissing Hand too," he told her. And with a gentle “Good-bye” and "I love you”, Chester turned and danced away. “现在，你也有‘魔法亲亲‘了。”他对妈妈说。然后，奇奇轻声说了声“再见”和“我爱你”，便转过身，蹦蹦跳跳地离开了。 Mrs. Raccoon watched Chester scamper across a tree limb and enter school. And as the hoot owl rang in the new school year, she pressed her left hand to her cheek and smiled.浣熊妈妈看着奇奇跳过树枝，进入学校。猫头鹰呜呜呜唱，宣布新学年开始的时候，浣熊妈妈把自己的左手贴在脸颊上，忍不住露出了微笑。The warmth of Chester's kiss filled her heart with special words. 奇奇温暖的亲亲化作特别的话语，充满她的心中，"Chester loves you." it sang. "Chester loves you." 仿佛在说：“奇奇爱你，奇奇爱你。” I Love You我爱你录制，策划: 嘉欣，洋子，Lisa, 制作：永清文字，音乐，图片非商业用途，版权归作者或版权方所有 ▎节目首发，背景音乐，图文资料，更多推送敬请关注微信公众号：为你读英语美文，ID：readenglishforyou

为你读英语美文· 第281期 The Kissing Hand 《魔法亲亲》 | The Kissing Hand 魔法亲亲 | 献给每个需要被爱的人主播：嘉欣，洋子，Lisa坐标：西安公众号首播The Kissing Hand《魔法亲亲》作者：Audrey PennChester Raccoon stood at the edge of the forest and cried.浣熊奇奇站在森林的边缘哭泣。"I don't want to go to school," He told his mother. "I want to stay home with you. I want to play with my friends. And play with my toys. And read my books. And swing on my swing.Please may I stay home with you?"“我不想上学，”他对妈妈说，“我想和你留在家里，跟我的朋友玩游戏，玩我的玩具，看我的书，荡我的秋千。可以让我留在家里吗？拜托嘛。” Mrs. Raccoon took Chester by the hand and nuzzled him on the ear.浣熊妈妈抱着奇奇，用鼻尖碰碰他的耳朵。"Sometimes we all have to do things we don't want to do," she told him gently. "Even if they seem strange and scary at first. But you will love school once you start." “有时候，我们都必须做一些自己不想做的事，”她温柔的说，“就算那些事刚开始看起来很陌生，又令人害怕。可是只要你去上学，就会爱上学校。” "You'll make new friends. And play with new toys."“你会交到新朋友，玩新的玩具。” "Read new books. And swing on new swing. Besides," she added. "I know a wonderful secret that will make your nights at school seem as warm and cozy as your days at home." “看新的书，荡新的秋千。”她接着说，“还有，我知道一个很棒的秘密，让你晚上在学校，可以和白天在家里一样温暖又舒服。” Chester wiped away his tears and looked interested. "A secret? What kind of secret? ‘'奇奇擦干眼泪，好奇地看着妈妈。“秘密？什么秘密？”“A very old secret," said Mrs. Raccoon. "I learned it from my mother, and she learned it from hers. It's called the Kissing Hand.”“一个非常古老的秘密，”浣熊妈妈说，“是我外婆告诉我妈妈，我妈妈再告诉我的。它就是‘魔法亲亲'。”"The Kissing Hand！”asked Chester.”What's that?" “魔法亲亲？”奇奇问，“什么是‘魔法亲亲'？” "I'll show you." Mrs. Raccoon took Chester's left hand and spread open his tiny fingers into a fan. Leaning forward, she kissed Chester right in the middle of his palm.“注意看哦！“浣熊妈妈拉起奇奇的左手，把他的小小的手指全部摊开，然后身体微微向前倾，在奇奇的手掌心亲了一下。 Chester felt his mother's kiss rush from his hand, up his arm, and into his heart. Even his silky, black mask tingled with a special warmth.奇奇觉得妈妈的亲亲，从他的手掌心很快地冲上手臂，钻进心里。就连他毛茸茸的黑脸颊，也感受到一种特别的温暖。 Mrs. Raccoon smiled. "Now" she told Chester "whenever you feel lonely, and need a little loving from home, just press your hand to your cheek and think, "Mommy loves you. Mommy loves you." And that very kiss will jump to your face and fill you with toasty warm thoughts." 浣熊妈妈笑着对奇奇说：“从现在开始，你觉得孤单和需要家的关爱时，只要把手贴在脸颊上，心里想着：‘妈妈爱你，妈妈爱你。'这个亲亲就会跳到你的脸上，让你觉得温暖又舒服。"She took Chester's hand and carefully wrapped his fingers around the kiss. "Now, do be careful not to lose it," she teased him. "But don't worry. When you open your hand and wash your hand, I promise the kiss will stick." 浣熊妈妈拉着奇奇的手，用他的手指把那个亲亲小心地包起来。“千万别搞丢喔，”她开玩笑地对奇奇说，“不过别担心，你张开手洗食物的时候，我保证那个亲亲会一直黏在你手上。” Chester loved his kissing hand. Now he knew his mother's love would go with him wherever he went. Even to school. 奇奇好喜欢他的“魔法亲亲”。现在，他知道不管自己去哪里，妈妈的爱都会和他在一起，就算去学校也是一样。 That night Chester stood in front of the school and looked thoughtful. Suddenly, he turned to his mother and grinned那天晚上，奇奇站在学校前面，边看边想。突然，他转过身对妈妈笑一笑。"Give me your hand" he told her. “把你的手给我。”他对妈妈说。 Chester took his mother's hand in his own and unfolded her large familiar fingers into a fan. Next, he leaned forward and kissed the center of her hand.奇奇拉着妈妈的手，把那些又大又熟悉的手指全部摊开。接着，他微微向前倾，在妈妈的手掌心亲了一下。"Now you have a Kissing Hand too," he told her. And with a gentle “Good-bye” and "I love you”, Chester turned and danced away. “现在，你也有‘魔法亲亲‘了。”他对妈妈说。然后，奇奇轻声说了声“再见”和“我爱你”，便转过身，蹦蹦跳跳地离开了。 Mrs. Raccoon watched Chester scamper across a tree limb and enter school. And as the hoot owl rang in the new school year, she pressed her left hand to her cheek and smiled.浣熊妈妈看着奇奇跳过树枝，进入学校。猫头鹰呜呜呜唱，宣布新学年开始的时候，浣熊妈妈把自己的左手贴在脸颊上，忍不住露出了微笑。The warmth of Chester's kiss filled her heart with special words. 奇奇温暖的亲亲化作特别的话语，充满她的心中，"Chester loves you." it sang. "Chester loves you." 仿佛在说：“奇奇爱你，奇奇爱你。” I Love You我爱你录制，策划: 嘉欣，洋子，Lisa, 制作：永清文字，音乐，图片非商业用途，版权归作者或版权方所有 ▎节目首发，背景音乐，图文资料，更多推送敬请关注微信公众号：为你读英语美文，ID：readenglishforyou