Hand in Hand

by Alyssa Satin Capucilli, Sheryl Murray (Illustrations)

A little hand holds on tight! Celebrate the special relationship every parent has with their child in this lovely New Books for Newborns board book!

Me
You
We, two
Hand in hand
Through and through

In this sweet New Books for Newborns book, a parent and their child set out for a fun-filled day of adventure. Whether it’s having fun at the park, or letting your child learn something new, this sweet, rhyming board book is the perfect way to tell your little one that no matter where you are or what you’re doing, all that really matters is doing it together, hand in hand.

The New Books for Newborns series is “just right” for parents to read to their babies. With short, lilting and lullaby-like texts, these board books help parents introduce reading to their children with snuggly, soothing read-alouds perfect for first story times.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

16 pages, Board Book

Published January 7, 2020

About the author

Alyssa Satin Capucilli was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1957. She graduated from Sarah Lawrence College, and pursued her interest in dance, becoming a professional dancer and dance instructor. Though Capucilli had written stories, poems, and even puppet shows as a child, she didn't consider a career as a writer until after her own two children were born. To this day she sees herself as both a dancer and a writer, and the two professions complement each other nicely: dancing is, in her words, “telling stories in another way,” and readers of her children's books can attest to the rhythm of her language. Since 1994, she has written more than 15 books for children, and her work has been translated into French, Hebrew, Afrikaans, Greek, and Bulgarian.

Capucilli lives in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York, with her husband and children. They have a chocolate Labrador retriever named Huckleberry, who likes to watch the author at work.

Reviews

[Tonja Drecker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of those books, which radiates warmth and love on every single page and leaves the reader feeling cuddly and safe.

Written in poem form (but not rhyming), the author takes very familiar moments and sums them up in extremely short phrases. It's powerful and yet, so easy to understand. Even younger listeners will be able to set themselves in the scenes of going for a walk to the park, seeing a squirrel, or playing at the playground.

It's centered around a little girl and her mother. It's clear they have a very trusting and close relationship. The mother is at the girl's side, snuggles, plays with her and offers tons of smiles. It brings the message, which is repeated again and again, across clearly: "Me, You, We two, Hand in hand." It's a message every child can never hear often enough.

I received a complimentary copy and found this to be such a wonderful read that i'm leaving my honest thoughts.

[Jon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very cute and touching. A lovely and gentle thing. moves with a peaceful repetition and rhythm that’s perfect as a last book before naps and bedtime. Rowan of course most loves seeing the kitty and the ball, but he also does seem to really be soothed by it too. Sometimes he actively wants to read this one, asking, “Hands? Hands?” It’s a sweet little book.

[Melenia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyable

[Annamarie Carlson (she, her)]

A parent and child go for a walk to the local park, exploring the world hand in hand.

[Vernon Area Public Library KIDS · Rating 4 out of 5]

A mother and daughter share an active walk to the park. The illustrations show the mother and child talking and engaging with their surroundings and the narration is full of tender words. The rhyme scheme is unique and delightfully refreshing for a board book, giving this an extra special spot on every child's bookshelf.

Reviewed by: Miss Kelsey, Youth and School Services, Vernon Area Public Library

[Erin Buhr · Rating 4 out of 5]

An incredibly sweet, poetic board book for little ones. Written in gentle, brief words and illustrated with glowing, warmth this is a beautiful book about a mom and daughter. The book follows the pair through their day as they explore their little world together. Capucilli does such a wonderful job capturing the simple joys of childhood and being a mom. Share this one with a toddler on your lap.

[Kelsey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Age: Toddler-preschool
Family: Mom and daughter

A mother and daughter share an active walk to the park. The illustrations show the mother and child talking and engaging with their surroundings and the narration is full of tender words. The rhyme scheme is unique and delightfully refreshing for a board book, giving this an extra special spot on every child's bookshelf.

[Sarah Fowler Wolfe · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a very sweet book with lovely, evocative illustrations. If the words were less esoteric I would have rated it five stars.

[Lauren Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the rhythm of this book. Great for snuggling ♥️

[Z W · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the characters in the book! The gorgeous, soft and luminous illustrations perfectly match the tone of text. Highly recommend for the little ones in your life.

[Viviane Elbee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Adorable artwork and sweet, short rhyme shows parent-child love.

[Ju Hae · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked this book made me think back the time with my mother. Having a nice day and memory with my mom.

[Angela De Groot · Rating 4 out of 5]

Delightful board book that’s perfect for snuggle time.

[Addie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really cute. 21 month old had to play with dollhouse here so not sure how much she liked it

[Maren B · Rating 5 out of 5]

Me *nose boop*
You *nose boop*
We, two! *BIIIIIG smile*

5 stars

- Maren, 3 months

[Andrés · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sweet, soft narrative and illustrations with rhyming cadence that follows mother and daughter through a day shared together. Reminded me of All the World by Liz Garton Scanlon.

[Monisha Mohtarema · Rating 4 out of 5]

'kindness is our daily bread!'

A beautiful book! ❤️/5.0

[Jonathan Ahmadi · Rating 5 out of 5]

William enjoys this one

[Lynn Davidson · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this board book with lovely illustrations, a mother and her toddler spend the day doing things that, for the child, are new explorations and learning experiences.