The Night of the Hedgehog

Written by Tanya Rosie · Illustrated by Chuck Groenink

A father and daughter share a magical night with hedgehogs in their garden.

3.8 Goodreads · 133 ratings

40 pages· 519 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~550L

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Bookroo's summary

In the quiet of night, a father and daughter tiptoe into their garden, hoping to glimpse a secret visitor. As they wait, the magic unfolds—a mother hedgehog and her three babies appear, drawn to the water and the 'hedgehog highway' crafted just for them. This tender tale, inspired by childhood memories, captures the wonder of nature and the bond between parent and child. Will their nocturnal guests return, and what other surprises might the night hold?

From the publisher

“A beautifully crafted book about the joys of sharing a special moment, this will inspire in children an appreciation of nature.” –School Library Journal (starred review) A dad and his daughter make a kind of everyday magic in this third lyrical story from the creative team behind Mum, Me, and the Mulberry Tree and Grandpa Is Here! A father wakes his little girl, and together they tiptoe barefoot outside, stepping quietly into the cool nighttime garden. They wait to see it–their snuffling, shuffling nocturnal visitor. And what a treat to behold not just one hedgehog, but a mama and her three adorable, prickly babies, all coming over for a little sip of water before moseying straight into the “hedgehog highway” their human patrons created for them. Based on the author’s childhood memories, The Night of the Hedgehog is as tender and sweet a father-daughter book as they come, and a story sure to inspire a new generation of hedgehog spotters.

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