{"product_id":"cuddlefish-jesse-byrd-9781223189482","title":"Cuddlefish","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA laugh-out-loud picture book about boundaries, self-awareness, and the joy of being yourself\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCuddle me? Cuddle who? Cuddle YOU! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn this heartwarming and hilarious undersea adventure, \u003cb\u003eCuddlefish\u003c\/b\u003e--a sweet but clueless cuttlefish--sets out on a mission to spread hugs and happiness across the ocean floor. But there's just one problem: not everyone wants a cuddle! As Cuddlefish bounces from one sea creature to the next, he discovers that while affection can be wonderful, it's not always welcome--and that's okay. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWritten by \u003cb\u003eaward-winning author Jesse Byrd\u003c\/b\u003e and illustrated by \u003cb\u003edebut artist Michael Bensur\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003ci\u003eCuddlefish\u003c\/i\u003e delivers an important message about \u003cb\u003erespecting personal space, understanding social cues, \u003c\/b\u003e and ultimately \u003cb\u003elearning the joys of self-love and acceptance\u003c\/b\u003e. Bursting with vibrant underwater illustrations and playful humor, this charming picture book provides a gentle entry point for conversations around \u003cb\u003eemotional intelligence, empathy, and consent\u003c\/b\u003e--all wrapped up in a delightful ocean-themed story. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features: \u003cbr\u003e- Engaging and silly storytelling\u003c\/b\u003e perfect for read-alouds with preschool and early elementary children\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Important social-emotional learning themes\u003c\/b\u003e, including respecting boundaries and embracing individuality\u003cbr\u003e- A great resource for\u003cb\u003e teachers, parents, and caregivers\u003c\/b\u003e looking to open up conversations about feelings, consent, and kindness \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhether you're a classroom teacher, a parent seeking bedtime laughs with heart, or simply a fan of aquatic adventures, \u003ci\u003eCuddlefish\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-have for any bookshelf.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jesse Byrd\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1223189481\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781223189482\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Paw Prints Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/12\/2027\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover","brand":"Jesse Byrd","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":50545973821695,"sku":"9781223189482","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_0adc5108-0152-4cfc-9435-d8a6a560197a.jpg?v=1790534467","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/cuddlefish-jesse-byrd-9781223189482","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}