Julie Alison McDonald – illustratör

Hedgy Visits the Dentist (alternative version without stickers) is a charming, rhyming, children's picture book designed to encourage children to visit the dentist, ease any worries or anxiety they may have and help to make their dental experience a positive one. It also supports children with additional needs and those with social or sensory differences, including those who are neurodivergent.In the story, Hedgy the hedgehog visits the dentist for the very first time. We hope that after reading the book your child will feel more confident and have a good idea of what a dentist does and what to expect during their visit. Includes a step-by-step guide to teach children how to keep their teeth in tip-top condition, a maze, toothbrushing instructions, a link to Hedgy's toothbrushing song plus free downloadable resources. Supported by the Oral Health Promotion Team at Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust. We are very grateful for the advice they provided in relation to the current national guidance on toothbrushing (2025). It is also approved by West Sussex County Council.

Second in an adventure series about Binkie the badger and her forest friends. It is the birthday of Binkie and Bill but where are their friends? Read on through the rhyming pages of this book to discover what sparkling surprises await the animals. Includes a few fun activities to help develop counting, memory, observation and spelling skills.

Meet Hedgy who sometimes feels misunderstood. He explains how he sees the world differently to others and how this affects how he feels and thinks. The pictures illustrate some of the challenges he encounters and what his friends can do to help him.