A Twin Is to Hug: A Picture Book

by Boni Ashburn, John Nez (Illustrator)

Overview

Bestselling author Boni Ashburn and illustrator John Nez’s picture book A Twin Is to Hug celebrates a unique sibling relationship.

Hand in hand, side by side, a twin is your friend. Every step of the way, from beginning to end. Having a twin can be great! With a twin, you have a lifelong bond, a partner in crime, and a food-I-don’t-want-to-eat eater. But with a twin, you also have to share, and take turns, and compare. It’s not always easy, but for better or worse, a twin is a friend who will always be by your side.

With a small trim and expressive illustrations, this package will make the perfect gift for the expectant mother or twin in your life.

“A lighthearted, rhyming celebration . . . the playful language and images will interest young readers who also face sibling ups and downs.” —Kirkus Reviews

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781419731587
Publisher:	Abrams Books for Young Readers
Publication date:	04/09/2019
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	2 - 6 Years

About the Author

Boni Ashburn is a mother of twins and the bestselling author of I Had a Favorite Dress, The Fort That Jack Built, Hush, Little Dragon, and Over at the Castle. She lives in Houghton, Michigan.

John Nez has illustrated over 60 books for young readers, from picture books to historical folk tales. At the Parsons School of Design, Nez studied with Maurice Sendak. He now lives in Seattle.

Editorial Reviews

"Colorful and expressive . . . An engaging picture book for young children."

Booklist

"A lighthearted, rhyming celebration . . . the playful language and images will interest young readers who also face sibling ups and downs."—Kirkus Reviews

"This delightful tale explores the special bond between twins . . . A wonderful addition to most picture book collections."—School Library Journal

"Colorful and expressive . . . An engaging picture book for young children."—Booklist

From the Publisher

04/01/2019

Toddler-PreS–This delightful tale explores the special bond between twins. "A twin is a mirror who looks just like you. Or maybe you're different but still there are two." Twins have a best friend and playmate from birth. However, with this amazing camaraderie comes great responsibility. For as much fun as a sibling can be, "a twin is a nudge. A gesture. A look." The text shows the struggles that twins have, such as having to always wait their turn and having to share everything, as well as the comparisons and competitions that ensue. Pencil-like illustrations show all types of twins: identical, fraternal, same gender, and different genders, as well as twins of varying ethnicity. These drawings effectively depict the struggles and celebrations of twins. VERDICT A wonderful addition to most picture book collections as there isn't a lot of literature spotlighting twins. Families with twins will revel in the familiarity of this tale.—Kristen Todd-Wurm, Middle Country Public Library, NY

School Library Journal

"Colorful and expressive . . . An engaging picture book for young children."

Booklist