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Chester the Raccoon Series

This series delves into the fundamental experiences of childhood, such as starting school and managing separation anxiety. Through heartwarming narratives and reassuring traditions, like the secret of the 'Kissing Hand,' children learn about love, security, and overcoming fears. The stories offer comfort and a sense of certainty, making them a treasured companion for both children and parents during significant life transitions.

A Kiss Goodbye
A Pocket Full of Kisses
The Kissing Hand

Recommended Reading Order

  1. 1

    The Kissing Hand

    • 32 pages
    • 2 hours of reading
    4.5(70185)Add rating

    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. Since its first publication in 1993, this heartwarming book has become a children's classic that has touched the lives of millions of children and their parents, especially at times of separation, whether starting school, entering daycare, or going to camp. It is widely used by kindergarten teachers on the first day of school. Stickers at the back will help children and their parents keep their Kissing Hand alive.

    The Kissing Hand
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  3. 3

    A Kiss Goodbye

    • 32 pages
    • 2 hours of reading
    4.1(264)Add rating

    Chester Raccoon, whom readers have come to know and love through The Kissing Hand and its sequel, A Pocket Full of Kisses, is facing another dilemma common to the lives of many children: he and his family are moving.

    A Kiss Goodbye