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Table of Contents
About The Book
This heartwarming book is based on the true story of two men who raised and loved a lion cub--which millions of fans know through the popular YouTube video.
About The Illustrator
Amy June Bates is the author-illustrator of The Big Umbrella and The Welcome Home. She is also the illustrator of the New York Times bestseller The Leadership Journey by Doris Kearns Goodwin; Sweet Dreams and That’s What I’d Do, both by singer-songwriter Jewel; Waiting for the Magic by Patricia MacLachlan; Joey: The Story of Joe Biden by Dr. Jill Biden; and many others. She has three children and lives in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, with her husband and her devilishly handsome Labrador, Mr. Mochi.
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers (April 27, 2010)
- Length: 32 pages
- ISBN13: 9781416986621
- Grades: P - 3
- Ages: 4 - 8
- Lexile ® AD590L The Lexile reading levels have been certified by the Lexile developer, MetaMetrics®
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Raves and Reviews
"In subtly evocative prose, the authors emphasize storytelling as they hit the major plot points of the now familiar story...Playing off the understated text to humorous effect, Bates contributes balmy watercolors...that highlights Christina's playfulness...It's a tender and particularly kid-friendly version of Christian's story."--Publishers Weekly
"This book will be a popular choice among the many youngsters who have bonded with their own pets."–School Library Journal
Awards and Honors
- Lambda Literary Award Finalist
- Florida Reading Association Children's Book Award
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- Book Cover Image (jpg): Christian, the Hugging Lion Hardcover 9781416986621(2.6 MB)
- Author Photo (jpg): Peter Parnell Photo Credit:(0.1 MB)
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