Harry the Hedgehog wakes to an unexpected problem on Easter morning. The forest animals are buzzing with holiday excitement, yet a mystery casts a shadow over the celebration, all the decorated eggs have vanished. Determined not to let Easter be spoiled, Harry embarks on a search. Alongside his loyal companions, Russell the Rabbit, Clara the Chicken, and Milo the Teddy Bear Dog, he races against time to uncover the truth behind the missing eggs. Without them, Easter simply won’t feel the same.

Harry the Hedgehog and the Lost Eggs, written by Rayner Tapia, is designed for children ages 2–7. The book is brief, easy to follow, and filled with bright pastel illustrations that bring each page to life. The artwork does more than decorate; it carries the action, introducing young readers to Harry and his woodland friends in a way that feels both playful and vivid.

The narrative itself is intentionally simple, perfectly suited to its audience, though likely too light for older readers. Its charm lies in the whimsical images and the gentle personalities of the animal characters. Each creature is rendered with human-like traits, making them instantly relatable. When the culprit is revealed and the animals spring into action, Tapia underscores a familiar but valuable lesson: teamwork makes challenges easier to overcome than going it alone.

That message resonates clearly without ever feeling heavy-handed. The adventure concludes neatly, with no sense of peril to unsettle young listeners. The absence of villains or darker tension makes the story especially well-suited for children just beginning to explore stories on their own. With its gentle pace and cheerful resolution, this tale has all the makings of a bedtime favorite, one likely to be requested night after night by eager little readers.

Pages: 35 | ASIN : B0FMYB1KH6