Deep in the woods, Hamish the Hedgehog is busy making baskets, picking berries, and having adventures with his woodland friends—Fox, Skunk, Raccoon, Bear, Otter, Owl, Rabbit, and more. But one morning, Hamish follows the sweet smell of freshly baked treats to the edge of the forest, where a chance encounter with the Nolan family inspires a brand-new dream—learning how to cook. Beautifully illustrated and filled with woodland charm, this delightful storybook cookbook weaves six easy-to-follow, kid-friendly, parent-approved recipes into the story, inviting young readers to cook alongside Hamish. Recipes include Very Berry Muffins, Strawberry Cupcakes, Blackberry Fruit Roll-Ups, Mushroom Lentil Veggie Burger Sliders, Crunchy Baked Asparagus, and Chocolate Cake. Kids will love keeping an eye out for the hidden cats cleverly tucked into the illustrations. Perfect for children and families to read, cook, and learn together, Hamish the Hedgehog: The Kitchen Critter is the first book in the beloved Hamish the Hedgehog series and the beginning of Hamish's culinary adventures.