Hedgehogs Don't Wear Underwear
Marissa Valdez
Released Apr 1, 2025 · Roaring Brook Press
Content report card
What's inside
Violence
Fighting, weapons, death
Language
Swearing, crude humor
Sexual content
Romance intensity, nudity
LGBTQ+ themes
Presence of characters or themes
Scary or mature
Horror, trauma, heavy themes
Substance use
Alcohol, drugs, smoking
What it offers
Positive messages
Kindness, courage, honesty, resilience
Positive role models
Characters who model good judgment and growth
Educational value
History, science, culture, how the world works
A note for parents
This picture book uses a charming allegory about a hedgehog who embraces his love of underwear to teach children about self-acceptance and authenticity. The story celebrates being true to yourself despite social pressure, with gentle humor appropriate for early readers. While the premise subtly explores themes of individuality and acceptance that may resonate with LGBTQ+ families, the book is inclusive rather than didactic, making it accessible to all young audiences.
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From the publisher
When Jacques, a little French-speaking hedgehog with a secret love for underwear, finds the courage to embrace his true self and proudly wear his underpants, he discovers something new about his fellow hedgehogs. When Jacques, a little French-speaking hedgehog with a secret love for underwear, finds the courage to embrace his true self and proudly wear his underpants, he discovers something new about his fellow hedgehogs.
Shelved under
- Juvenile Fiction
- Children's fiction
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ISBN 9781250814388 · Roaring Brook Press