Don’t Hug Doug (He Doesn’t Like It) by Carrie Finison & Daniel Wiseman

Short Summary

The book “Don’t Hug Doug (He Doesn’t Like It)” by Carrie Finison and Daniel Wiseman is a fun and engaging story for young children that emphasizes the importance of consent, particularly regarding physical affection like hugging, by illustrating that it’s essential to ask before hugging and respecting personal boundaries.

Age Group

Ideal for children aged 3 to 6 years.

Topics Discussed

Consent

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What this book is about

  • “Don’t Hug Doug” is a book by Carrie Finison and Daniel Wiseman about consent, specifically regarding hugging.
  • The book is recommended for young children and helps parents discuss consent, relationships, and personal boundaries.
  • Cath Hak from Sex Ed Rescue reviews the book, emphasizing its fun and engaging nature, making the subject of consent accessible.
  • Doug, the main character, doesn’t like being hugged, and the book explains why using playful language.
  • It highlights the importance of respecting Doug’s feelings and finding alternative ways to greet him.
  • Doug only appreciates one type of hug – his bedtime hug from his mom, illustrating personal preferences.
  • The book encourages asking for consent before hugging anyone, including people and pets.
  • It showcases various scenarios, such as hello and goodbye hugs, and emphasizes respecting individual choices.
  • The book is interactive, with different characters showing their preferences for hugs.
  • Recommended for families, especially for educating grandparents or relatives about children’s rights to personal boundaries and consent.
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Cath Hakanson is a qualified family sex educator, sexual health nurse and author with 30+ years of clinical and education experience. As an AuDHD parent of two neurodivergent children, she creates clear, practical sex ed resources that help parents talk about bodies, puberty, consent, porn, relationships and sex without shame or judgement.