Home from school on a cold, snowy, day Elton is in search of a hug; and today he is determined to catch one. Join Elton on his homebound adventure and discover, along with him, exactly what is needed to catch something so special. Who doesn't want to feel as though they  matte r; or are enough? All of us, especially children. It is so important to provide children with a voice, and the tools to embrace who they truly are, without judgement. Through writing, I strive to relay a message, and understanding, that all children deserve be accepted unconditionally. I truly believe that if we allowed young individuals to experience and express their unique, authentic self, earlier in life, we would witness a kinder world. Andrea Mancini is married and a mother of three boys. Residing in Spring City, Pennsylvania, her passion for writing children stories began while teaching preschoolers for many years. In her debut children's book, that was written twenty years ago, Andrea's strives to give children a voice and reveal their need to be heard and loved.