Hedgehog Needs a Hug
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

Hedgehog Needs a Hug

Written & illustrated by Jen Betton

A prickly hedgehog seeks a hug but finds an unexpected friend instead.

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32 pages· 345 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Hedgehog feels down and knows a hug could lift his spirits. Yet, his prickly exterior keeps friends at bay, and Fox's offer seems too sly. Just when hope fades, Hedgehog discovers another forest creature feeling just as lonely. Together, they find the courage for the perfect hug, proving that even the prickliest can find warmth and connection.

From the publisher

Everyone needs hugs, even if they’re prickly. When Hedgehog wakes up feeling down in the snout and droopy in the prickles, he knows a hug will make him feel much better. But none of his animal friends are eager to wrap their arms around Hedgehog’s prickles, and he’s too smart to fall for Fox’s sly offer. Then Hedgehog gets a surprise: Another animal in the forest is feeling exactly the same way. Luckily, both are kind and brave enough for the perfect hug.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
345
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD540L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about animalsBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about hugsBooks about hedgehogs
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.6
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
198160
Publication
Published
June 19, 2018
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781524737122

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