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Reviewed by Constance Stadler for Readers' Favorite
The Tale of the Little Lonely Hedgehog (Tales from the Bluebell Woods) begins on a note of happiness and a bit of anticipation on a beautiful spring day when Hedgehog decides it is time for a walk. As he begins his forest rambles, there is something unusual about this day. Along the way, friends such as Badger want to know why he hadn't said hello when he came by before. This query was somewhat confusing, as Hedgehog had not passed by his friend that day. However, there was much to see as he strolled down the familiar path. The abundance of children among his many friends created a sense of longing for a family of his own. As author Ian Humpheryes develops this character, Hedgehog proves himself a caring friend when a baby bird is in need. When he sees footprints that match his own, he is initially puzzled, but by the end of the tale, there are answers to all his questions.
The story centers on a theme in many children's books but is rarely the primary focus: how having a family can make the world joyously different. It also underscores that going out of your way to help others matters and having a giving nature makes you feel better about yourself. The gentle quality of the writing is one of the book's strengths, and the accompanying illustrations complement this tone. A curious child will gain much by reading Ian Humpheryes' creative and thoughtful book, such as considering aspects of their life that they likely haven’t appreciated as much as they should. The Tale of the Little Lonely Hedgehog will help the young reader learn invaluable life lessons while being wonderfully immersed in this enchanting tale.
