The Night of the Hedgehog by Chuck Groenink, Tanya Rosie ISBN: 1536245062
Genres: Animals, Family, Nature
Format: Picture Book Fiction
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A father/daughter duo head out into their yard at nighttime to admire a family of hedgehogs. They seem to be expecting the hogs (which appear to be regular visitors), bringing the hogs water to drink and watching as the hogs explore a hog hole that they had previously carved. This book celebrates nature, and presents a great example of kindly observing and interacting with nature in a positive way. It’s also a nice reminder that sometimes, exciting wildlife interactions can happen just steps from home. The sweet rhyming text makes for a nice read aloud. Mixed media illustrations are peaceful, soft, and quiet, just like the nighttime in the story. Recommended for ages 3 to 7 (Pre-K to 2nd Grade).
Reviewed by: Jenn Mead, Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library, Lovell