Meet Doug, a kid who knows what he likes—and it’s definitely not hugs! In the Carrie Finison Collection, featuring Don’t Hug Doug and Hurry, Little Tortoise, Time for School!, children will enjoy fun, engaging stories about personal preferences, bodily autonomy, and self-expression. Don’t Hug Doug explores the importance of understanding and respecting boundaries, while Hurry, Little Tortoise, Time for School! follows Little Tortoise as she embarks on her first day of school, determined not to be the last to arrive. With gentle humor and charming characters, this collection encourages kids to navigate new experiences with confidence.

This collection offers lighthearted stories with important messages for young listeners. Don’t Hug Doug encourages kids to consider their own boundaries and respect the choices of others, while Hurry, Little Tortoise, Time for School! inspires perseverance as Little Tortoise faces challenges and finds support from her new teacher, Mr. Sloth. With fun narration and relatable themes, the Carrie Finison Collection is a delightful way for families to explore topics of consent and determination.