A reading guide for The Hodgeheg for ages 6–10. Use these questions before, during and after reading.
Before You Read
- Have you ever seen a hedgehog? Where?
- What do you think it would be like to be a small animal trying to cross a busy road?
- What does the title ‘The Hodgeheg’ make you expect about the story?
While You Read
- Why does Max want to cross the road when Pa says it is too dangerous?
- How does Max feel after he is hit by the car? Does it change what he wants to do?
- Why do Max’s words come out muddled? Is it funny or sad — or both?
- What does Max notice about the road that helps him work out how to cross it?
After You Finish
- Max solves the problem and then teaches everyone else. Why do you think he does not just keep the solution to himself?
- Pa is cautious and Max is curious. Who is right? Is it possible for them both to be right?
- How is Max different at the end of the story compared to the beginning?
- Do you know any real ways that people help hedgehogs cross roads or stay safe? Does reading this story make you want to help?
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