The Hedgehog's Mission

16th February: What Shall We Do Today?

By: P.D. Cain

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on an unforgettable magical adventure in this enchanting installment of the beloved "What Shall We Do Today?" series!
When a hedgehog arrives on a dog-pulled sled with an urgent mission, the three friends are swept into a fantastical world where nine special February celebrations have become impossibly tangled together. With time running out before sunset, the children must untangle each celebration by experiencing it firsthand—learning powerful lessons about courage, kindness, heritage, innovation, and environmental protection along the way.

Perfect for young readers ages 6-9, this action-packed story features:
✓ Diverse characters who use teamwork and critical thinking to solve problems
✓ Educational content woven seamlessly into an exciting adventure
✓ Important life lessons about civil rights, cultural heritage, climate awareness, and compassion
✓ Magical realism that sparks imagination while teaching real-world values
✓ Fast-paced chapters with vivid sound effects and sensory details
✓ Age-appropriate content with positive messages and no scary elements
✓ STEAM themes including innovation, environmental science, and social studies

Young readers will discover:

• How different acts of courage throughout history connect us all
• Why showing kindness matters, even to grumpy people
• How cultural heritage weaves communities together
• Creative ways to protect whales and combat climate change
• The importance of celebrating achievements from diverse cultures
• That asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness

Ideal for:

• Independent readers transitioning to chapter books
• Read-aloud time for families and classrooms
• Homeschool curricula covering social studies, character education, and diversity
• ESL/ELL students with accessible vocabulary and context clues
• Reluctant readers who need engaging, fast-paced stories
• Bedtime stories with satisfying, complete endings

Part of the acclaimed "What Shall We Do Today?" series with over 300 adventures that make learning fun! Each book stands alone—no need to read in order.

Parents and teachers love this series because:

• Stories promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Characters model friendship, cooperation, and respect for differences
• Content aligns with elementary social-emotional learning standards
• Adventures introduce real holidays and observances from around the world
• Positive representation of diverse characters and cultures
• No violence, romance, or inappropriate content—just pure adventure!

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