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Hedge Lion

Robyn Wilson-Owen

Ida notices a lion concealed in the sidewalk hedges of her town, even though other people do not see him. Sticks, leaves, birds, and bugs blend into his mane, helping him hide. Ida approaches the Hedge Lion and becomes his friend, determined to help him find his roar. When it comes, the roar contains sadness, anger, and something frightening. With Ida’s patience and perspective, the lion recognizes that he remains lovable and may not need to keep hiding.

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Themes
Emotions · Friendship · Kindness · Self Acceptance
Format
Hardcover
Publisher
Andersen Press USA
Published
March 7, 2023
Pages
32
ISBN-13
9781728492124
Language
English
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