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Hedge-Hedgey-Hedgehogs
[Penguin Young Readers Level 2]
Hedge-Hedgey-Hedgehogs is a unique and adorable book perfect for young readers!
Learn about hedgehogs in this fact-and-photo-filled book that is just as cute as the animals themselves! Did you know that the name for a baby hedgehog is a hoglet? Or that hedgehogs make good pets because they prey on common garden pests? This nonfiction reader will teach kids how to take good care of these unique creatures.
Hedge-Hedgey-Hedgehogs is a unique and adorable book perfect for young readers!
Learn about hedgehogs in this fact-and-photo-filled book that is just as cute as the animals themselves! Did you know that the name for a baby hedgehog is a hoglet? Or that hedgehogs make good pets because they prey on common garden pests? This nonfiction reader will teach kids how to take good care of these unique creatures.
32 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 22, 2016
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February 9, 2017
This is an early reader book that introduces hedgehogs and their care. I enjoy most of the pictures in here and I think it is a fun read. I'm cutting it a bit of slack because it's a introduction to reading type book but I wish they would stick with domesticated hedgehogs...They mention wild hedgehogs and domesticated and don't bother to really distinguish the two. So, DO NOT leave a pet hedgehog outside because it's very dangerous to a pet hedgehog.
For a level 2 reader book about hedgehogs I think it is a good start for kids to understand the care for this bookish creature. Parents should read and do more research before making the commitment. Be sure to look up videos to see what a grumpy hedgehog looks and a gentle one looks like so you're prepared to know what you're dealing with. Are you prepared to take care of a hedgehog long term whose nature could range from grumpy to tame?
I would not recommend them as pets for kids who are under the age of 10. They have quills that are pokey that could hurt small children. Understand that they are not petpets like dogs or cats. They make nice companions but need to be treated gently.
Please buy hedgehogs a wheel that has a solid bottom and is not wired. Sometimes their legs/nails can get caught and cause them injury. Please, raise your hedgehogs in separate cages (especially if they are male and female)
I've had a total of 7 hedgehogs through my life (so far...) 5 of them I've bought from breeders and 2 have been rescues from bad situations. Sometimes I bring My hedgehogs into the library to show and talk about these amazing animals. If you're interested in them as pets please visit http://www.hedgehogwelfare.org/ for more information about the care needed for hedgies! ~Ashley
For a level 2 reader book about hedgehogs I think it is a good start for kids to understand the care for this bookish creature. Parents should read and do more research before making the commitment. Be sure to look up videos to see what a grumpy hedgehog looks and a gentle one looks like so you're prepared to know what you're dealing with. Are you prepared to take care of a hedgehog long term whose nature could range from grumpy to tame?
I would not recommend them as pets for kids who are under the age of 10. They have quills that are pokey that could hurt small children. Understand that they are not petpets like dogs or cats. They make nice companions but need to be treated gently.
Please buy hedgehogs a wheel that has a solid bottom and is not wired. Sometimes their legs/nails can get caught and cause them injury. Please, raise your hedgehogs in separate cages (especially if they are male and female)
I've had a total of 7 hedgehogs through my life (so far...) 5 of them I've bought from breeders and 2 have been rescues from bad situations. Sometimes I bring My hedgehogs into the library to show and talk about these amazing animals. If you're interested in them as pets please visit http://www.hedgehogwelfare.org/ for more information about the care needed for hedgies! ~Ashley
February 17, 2017
This was a book that my niece asked me to read to her although I was trying to finish up another one at the time so I was able to compromise with her on allowing me to finish the other before getting started on this one with her. What makes this book special to me is the fact that when I was in elementary we had a college program that would visit the elementary school and they would bring various animals to visit while teaching the students as well as in some cases allowing us to pet them. Of course there was no petting hedgehogs, though.
I appreciated the fact that the book is both educational and informational in its telling about the hedgehog as pet while at the same time remembering the age group of its audience. Although there was a lot of information to be covered it was presented in an easy-to-understand yet fun way that focused on only one subject at the time.
At the same time the reader was given plenty of pictures of adorable hedgehogs so they could remember the animal that was being discussed as well as seeing what it can be like to have one for a pet. The two pages in which there was a dog and a cat allowed the reader to relate with the more common known pets and what problems or solutions can be found while at the same time the poor confused looks on those pets' faces makes me wonder if they had ever seen a hedgehog before the making of this book.
This would be a wonderful read for children who are curious about these animals and wanting to know more about them or for those who may be thinking of adopting a hedgehog for their home.
I appreciated the fact that the book is both educational and informational in its telling about the hedgehog as pet while at the same time remembering the age group of its audience. Although there was a lot of information to be covered it was presented in an easy-to-understand yet fun way that focused on only one subject at the time.
At the same time the reader was given plenty of pictures of adorable hedgehogs so they could remember the animal that was being discussed as well as seeing what it can be like to have one for a pet. The two pages in which there was a dog and a cat allowed the reader to relate with the more common known pets and what problems or solutions can be found while at the same time the poor confused looks on those pets' faces makes me wonder if they had ever seen a hedgehog before the making of this book.
This would be a wonderful read for children who are curious about these animals and wanting to know more about them or for those who may be thinking of adopting a hedgehog for their home.
September 3, 2022
So, this is a very young reader's book - primarily aimed at 2nd graders or so.
This is a good introductory book about hedgehogs for the most part. It delves into their care as pets, although it shows a very inappropriate wheel. Never use metal/mesh wheels for hedgehog cages - their claws get stuck in the mesh and it can lead to broken legs. Use bucket wheels instead (or even better, Carolina Storm Wheels!). They are also far easier to clean, and ultimately cheaper, than the metal wheels on the market.
Apart from my concern regarding wheels the only other difficulty I had with the book was the lack of distinguishing between wild hedgehogs and pet hedgehogs. European Hedgehogs are not in the pet trade. African Hedgehogs (African Pygmy Hedgehogs as they're commonly called) and Egyptian Longear Hedgehogs are. The book shows European Hedgehogs and African Hedgehogs without really distinguishing a ton between the two. Since the book is focused on pet hedgehogs, it should primarily show the APHs since those are what the kids are likely to end up having.
Overall, though, this is a well put together book with some good introductory information. I'm glad we included it in our presentation on hedgehogs.
This is a good introductory book about hedgehogs for the most part. It delves into their care as pets, although it shows a very inappropriate wheel. Never use metal/mesh wheels for hedgehog cages - their claws get stuck in the mesh and it can lead to broken legs. Use bucket wheels instead (or even better, Carolina Storm Wheels!). They are also far easier to clean, and ultimately cheaper, than the metal wheels on the market.
Apart from my concern regarding wheels the only other difficulty I had with the book was the lack of distinguishing between wild hedgehogs and pet hedgehogs. European Hedgehogs are not in the pet trade. African Hedgehogs (African Pygmy Hedgehogs as they're commonly called) and Egyptian Longear Hedgehogs are. The book shows European Hedgehogs and African Hedgehogs without really distinguishing a ton between the two. Since the book is focused on pet hedgehogs, it should primarily show the APHs since those are what the kids are likely to end up having.
Overall, though, this is a well put together book with some good introductory information. I'm glad we included it in our presentation on hedgehogs.
December 26, 2023
It’s a cute little read I used to read in second grade when I was obsessed about baby animals. It’s definitely an easy read for a second grader, but I still enjoyed it for the cute pictures and non fiction appeal. I would recommend for little ones who enjoy small animals. 🦔
February 8, 2024
This is the second of two hedgehog books I chose for my 2024 book buddy (obviously, she likes hedgehogs). My book buddy may not be reading at grade level, so I chose what I hoped would be at her level and a stretch book.
Like National Geographic Readers: Hedgehogs, this is an introduction to hedgehogs, but the reading level actually seems lower. The NG book provides more material/vocabulary. But it seems the lower ratings on this book are not based on reading skills but on inaccurate information about how (or whether) to keep a hedgehog as a pet. That may be -- but I've been saying, "Hedge-Hedgey-Hedgehogs!" since I found this book last week.
Like National Geographic Readers: Hedgehogs, this is an introduction to hedgehogs, but the reading level actually seems lower. The NG book provides more material/vocabulary. But it seems the lower ratings on this book are not based on reading skills but on inaccurate information about how (or whether) to keep a hedgehog as a pet. That may be -- but I've been saying, "Hedge-Hedgey-Hedgehogs!" since I found this book last week.
August 27, 2022
Hedgehogs are cute.
Hedgehogs are tiny.
And Hedgehogs can make great pets!
Tania picked this up today in a local charity shop to help with her tutoring of young foreign nationals who want to learn English.
The reason for the low score is some incorrect and dangerous advice about taking care of pygmy hedgehogs. Specifically that you can keep them in a cage. Regrettably, hedgehogs have been known to get stuck between the bars of a cage and, sadly, it never ends well.
Otherwise, it is a simple little book of facts about hedgehogs, UK wild and African Pygmy. If it didn't have the bad advice it would have got a middle of the road 3 stars.
Hedgehogs are tiny.
And Hedgehogs can make great pets!
Tania picked this up today in a local charity shop to help with her tutoring of young foreign nationals who want to learn English.
The reason for the low score is some incorrect and dangerous advice about taking care of pygmy hedgehogs. Specifically that you can keep them in a cage. Regrettably, hedgehogs have been known to get stuck between the bars of a cage and, sadly, it never ends well.
Otherwise, it is a simple little book of facts about hedgehogs, UK wild and African Pygmy. If it didn't have the bad advice it would have got a middle of the road 3 stars.
January 17, 2023
I know it's written for kids, but much of the information about owning a pet hedgehog is wrong. Wire wheels like the ones shown in this book are very dangerous because the hedgie's nails get stuck in them. They also require a fairly large cage and heat lamps, as they can go into hibernation or die if the temperature drops too low. That being said, there are some cute pictures, and this may be a fun book to read to your kids. However, it should not be used as a reference for raising a pet hedgehog.
March 7, 2025
Great non-fiction for emerging readers who want to exercise their reading independence and learn about an adorable animal at the same time.
This Penguin Young Readers level 2 reader uses simple vocabulary, short sentences, large font, generous spacing and endearing photographs to allow kindergarten through grade 2 to read independently or with only a little help. Information about the hedgehog includes physical description, behavior, care and feeding, and safe handling and all in only 32 pages.
Highly recommended for ages 5-7.
This Penguin Young Readers level 2 reader uses simple vocabulary, short sentences, large font, generous spacing and endearing photographs to allow kindergarten through grade 2 to read independently or with only a little help. Information about the hedgehog includes physical description, behavior, care and feeding, and safe handling and all in only 32 pages.
Highly recommended for ages 5-7.
October 25, 2016
I really enjoyed this book because I like hedge-hedgey-hedgehogs. I also really enjoyed this book because I like to look at hedgehogs play.
May 28, 2017
Easy reader leveled NF - third star for the closeup photos of the hedgehogs.
February 2, 2020
Great book
I really enjoyed this book. It answered some questions about Hedgehogs that I needed to know. Thanks for writing it.
I really enjoyed this book. It answered some questions about Hedgehogs that I needed to know. Thanks for writing it.
October 18, 2016
A quick introduction to hedgehogs for kids, and instructions on how to best care for one as a pet.
This is a quick and easy read, but it seems to cover all you'd need to know before getting a hedgehog as a pet. The adorable photographs make this a dangerous read for little animal lovers liable to end up begging for their very own hedgehog. Parents, don't let your kids pick this one up to read unless you're ready to get a hedgehog pet!
This is a quick and easy read, but it seems to cover all you'd need to know before getting a hedgehog as a pet. The adorable photographs make this a dangerous read for little animal lovers liable to end up begging for their very own hedgehog. Parents, don't let your kids pick this one up to read unless you're ready to get a hedgehog pet!
June 24, 2016
The text and photos would definitely hold the attention of my developing readers. This Penguin Young Reader does not list an age range which I greatly appreciate. Removing the levels would be even better, BUT I am glad I can hand it to an 8 yr old and he or she won't be insulted by being "too old" for the book according to the publisher.
April 17, 2016
Aww! I want a hedge-hedgey-hedgehog! So cute!
April 22, 2016
CUTE! You'll have a hard time not picking this book up! Introduces hedgehog pet care instructions!
April 23, 2016
Absolutely adorable early reader book about hedgehogs that gives practical advice!
February 1, 2022
Learn how hedgehogs can make great indoor and outdoor pets.
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