Millie and the Midnight Hedgehog

Bernadette Watts

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Millie and the Midnight Hedgehog

Millie and the Midnight Hedgehog

Bernadette Watts

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Description

A modern environmental fairytale from celebrated illustrator Bernadette Watts about connecting to nature and discovering joy and hope in plants and animals.

Millie's parents care a lot about the Planet. In fact, sometimes they are so busy that Millie passes lonely hours admiring Mrs. Periwinkle's wonderful garden. One day, she gives Millie three potted plants. As they grow, so does Millie's joy--until one night a dreadful storm threatens to knock the pots all over! Can Millie overcome her fear of thunderstorms to show the earth how much she cares, too?

A lovely tale of how Mother Nature--and a little hedgehog--can bring us all together.

About the Author

Bernadette Watts, known throughout Europe simply as Bernadette, has illustrated many dozens of folk- and fairy tales. Born in England, she loved to draw from childhood. She studied at the Maidstone Art School in Kent, UK, and for some time was taught by Brian Wildsmith and David Hockney. Bernadette's many beautiful books include The Snow Queen and The Little Drummer Boy. Bernadette finds her inspiration in nature. Today she lives and works in Kent. She has been illustrating for NorthSouth Books and NordSüd Verlag since the beginning of her career fifty years ago.

Critical Reviews

"Detailed illustrations, delicately drawn and colored, contrast frightening storms with more tranquil settings, such as Mrs. Periwinkle's well-tended and bountiful garden, furthering the idea that Millie can find peace through nature."-- "Booklist"

"Sensitive, tender, and gorgeously illustrated." -- "Kirkus Reviews, starred review for Wish You Were Here"

"A quiet yet impactful picture book that celebrates compassion and respect for wildlife."--Tahira A., librarian "Wyandanch Public Library"

Publishing Information

Publisher: Northsouth Books
Pub date: 2025-10-21
Length: 32 pages

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