Hurry Up Hedgehog (Read and Discover)
Deborah Dennard
Hurry Up Hedgehog (Read and Discover)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Deborah Dennard
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Crunching leaves and the soft buzz of bugs fill the air as a tiny hedgehog scurries through the grass. She’s quick on her feet, searching for tasty beetles, ants, and slugs to nibble. But with a tractor roaring nearby and a chilly stream to cross, will she make it home in time?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader story follows a busy hedgehog as she explores her natural habitat, foraging for insects and navigating obstacles like farm animals and a stream. Suitable for children ages 5 to 8, the book combines simple text with engaging illustrations to support early literacy and introduce animal behavior. It contains gentle themes of nature and adventure, with no content concerns for young readers.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781592491506
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Soundprints Corp Audio
- Published
- September 2003
- Type
- Fiction