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Dinosaurs · ages 3 to 7

The T. Rex Who Wanted a Hug

Rexy the T. rex really, really wants a hug. The trouble is her arms are very short. Her friends find a clever way to help.

The T. Rex Who Wanted a Hug

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The story in four scenes

  1. 1

    The start

    In the picture: A cute purple T. rex with tiny arms standing sadly in a jungle

    How it moves: She tries to reach her arms out but they are too short

  2. 2

    The problem

    In the picture: A triceratops and a stegosaurus watching the T. rex

    How it moves: They look at each other and have an idea

  3. 3

    The try

    In the picture: The dinosaurs building a giant pile of pillows

    How it moves: They push the pillows into a big soft heap

  4. 4

    The ending

    In the picture: All the dinosaurs in a big group hug on the pile of pillows

    How it moves: They squeeze tight and the T. rex smiles

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A gentle story about friendship, good for younger children.

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