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A colourful, quirky hedgehog picture book about self-acceptance and individuality, perfect for 3-5 year olds.<\/b><\/p>\n

Smooth, round, and perfectly squidgy… meet Pickles! He’s different from all his hedgehog friends, so he’s embarking on an adventure to find his prickles!<\/p>\n

Prickles are very important for hedgehogs. But just how does a prickle-less hedgehog find his spines? Well, Pickles has lots of ideas! Colouring pencils, carrots and lollipops, to name a few! But none of them are quite right… Join Pickles on his journey of discovery in this charming hedgehog book as he encounters friendships, mishaps, and the joy of being himself. <\/p>\n

Brought to life by the bold, technicolour artwork of writer and illustrator Lydia Ripper, this read-aloud storybook is a visual treat that explores themes of cooperation and self-esteem, helping little ones understand the importance of celebrating our differences.<\/p>\n

Whether you’re looking for a new bedtime favourite or a wonderful gift, Pickles’ vibrant personality is bound to capture the hearts of animal lovers everywhere.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Pickles, the prickle-less hedgehog, is smooth, round, perfectly squidgy – and different from all his hedgehog friends, so he’s embarking on an adventure to find his prickles! Prickles are very important for hedgehogs. But just how does a prickle-less hedgehog find his spines? Well, Pickles has lots of ideas! Colouring pencils, carrots and lollipops, to name a few! 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