Hedgehog Needs a Hug

08/25/2024

One day, the Hedgehog wakes up feeling very down and sad. He understands that a hug would make him feel better, but none of his animal friends are ready for it. His animal friends don't even realize this need of Hedgehog, and they are afraid of his prickles. However, Fox agrees to hug him, but the Hedgehog doesn't fall for this trap.

Title: Hedgehog Needs a Hug

Author / Illustrator: Jen Betton 

Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers

While roaming around sadly, Hedgehog finds another animal in the forest who is in the same state as his - the skunk. Wow! Surprise! Finally, Hedgehog is able to satiate his need for a hug with the help of the Skunk, who is also able to satisfy his emotional state with this hug.

(Of course, we must realize that the Hedgehog is prickly and the Skunk is stinky!)

📚 Takeaway from this story: when you need a hug, you just need it, that's it!

📚 Gorgeous illustrations. Simple and sweet story!

📚 Perfect for kids ages 4+

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