Hamish the Hedgehog:
The Kitchen Critter, Book 1

Meet Hamish the Hedgehog, a curious little woodland critter with a very big dream: he wants to learn how to cook! Deep in the woods, Hamish spends his days making baskets, picking berries, and having adventures with Fox, Skunk, Raccoon, Bear, Otter, Owl, Rabbit, and his other woodland friends. Then one morning, the irresistible smell of freshly baked treats leads him to the edge of the forest—and to the Nolan family’s kitchen.

Part storybook, part cookbook, The Kitchen Critter brings reading and cooking together in one playful family experience. Six easy-to-follow, kid-friendly, parent-approved recipes are sprinkled throughout the story, including Very Berry Muffins, Strawberry Cupcakes, Blackberry Fruit Roll-Ups, Mushroom Lentil Veggie Burger Sliders, Crunchy Baked Asparagus, and Chocolate Cake.

Young readers can follow Hamish’s adventure, then head to the kitchen to make some of the foods inspired by his story—with adult supervision. It’s a fun way to encourage children to try new foods, practice early kitchen skills, and discover the satisfaction of making something themselves.

Colorful illustrations by Aishwarya Vohra bring Hamish and his woodland world to life, with charming details to discover along the way. Keep an eye out for the hidden cats tucked into the illustrations!

Hamish the Hedgehog Storybook Cookbook Series

The Kitchen Critter is Book 1 in the Hamish the Hedgehog Storybook Cookbook Series and the beginning of Hamish’s culinary adventures. Continue the fun in Book 2, Hamish the Hedgehog: Cooking Classes, as Hamish finally gets the chance to learn to cook in a real kitchen.

Hardcover • 32 pages • 8.5 x 11 inches • ISBN 9781943016105 • $17.95 • Ages 3–8 • Adult supervision required for recipes