In simple, reassuring language, the author explains that a child's body is his or her own; that it is all right for kids to decline a friendly hug or kiss, even from someone they love; and that you can still be friends even if you don't want a hug now.
Writer and editor Willard Spiegelman discusses his biography of poet Amy Clampitt. Boutelle-Day Poetry Center, Wright Hall, Smith College, Thursday, March 30, 5 pm.