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A KID'S INTRODUCTION TO HEDGEHOGS

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MEET ME AT THE CORNER: A KID’S INTRODUCTION TO HEDGEHOGS

  1. Describe the features of a hedgehog.
  2. Name two famous authors who have written about hedgehogs.
  3. Make a chart listing the differences between a hedgehog and a porcupine.
  4. Draw a picture of an ideal habitat for pet hedgehog. Label all the parts of the habitat.
  5. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of having a hedgehog as a pet?
  6. Would you want to own a hedgehog? Explain your answer.
  7. Where should you purchase a hedgehog? Why?
  8. What should you feed a pet hedgehog?
  9. Click on Related Fun Websites.
  10. Go to Kritter Karavan. Look at the pictures. List some other small exotic pets?
  11. Would you want one? Explain your answer.

A. Click on Learn About Hedgehogs.

B. What do hedgehogs eat in the wild?

C. How do they protect themselves (hint: There are two ways)?

D. Hedgehogs typically have _______ spikes.