Description
Book SynopsisOne misty morning, in their cosy little nests, down by the banks of the river Boyne, all the hedgehogs were snuggling up for the Big Winter Sleep.
But one little hedgehog just couldn’t go to sleep. Every time Hoglet closed his eyes, he kept thinking about Rabbit’s Super Special Secret …
A baby hedgehog decides that he doesn't want to hibernate, and goes searching for Christmas magic in the world of humans. A perfect bedtime story for animal lovers.
Trade ReviewNot wanting to miss out on seeing his first Christmas, Little Hoglet refuses to take part in the ‘Big Winter Sleep’ with the rest of his hedgehog family and instead sets out on an epic adventure around the ‘Royal County’ before realising the true meaning of Christmas. Join author–illustrator Bex Sheridan and a host of native furry characters in this festive tale and ode to her home county of Meath, featuring some of our most famous landmarks
* Children's Books Ireland *
A perfect bedtime story for animal lovers.
* RTE Guide *
A gorgeous book that will delight readers young and old … a charming tale, with beautiful illustrations and several curriculum links for use in schools. This book is a must for every classroom and family home in Co. Meath, and further afield. By Dee, Playful Classroom, Mammy and Teacher
* Seomra Ranga *
The illustrations are superb
* Irish Examiner *
As we settle into the dark days at home, Hoglet is preparing to hibernate for the winter. Well, he is trying to anyway, but the thought of Christmas is just too exciting and he doesn’t want to miss it. A lovely seasonal bedtime story that touches on the rituals of the natural kingdom as well as our own
* Business Post *
Young readers will really enjoy Go to Sleep, Hoglet! … As other hedgehogs are settling down for a long winter sleep, restless Hoglet sets off on an adventure
* RTEjr’s best books for Christmas *
Children aged 3+ who love animals will enjoy
* Irish Independent *
While most hedgehogs are hibernating, Hoglet decides to stay awake for Christmas and sets off (by bus, no less) on a big adventure
* Evening Echo *
