The Cave

What do our readers think of The Cave? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy laughing at the surprise ending and joining in with the suspense as the wolf tries to lure the creature out. They also like the bright illustrations and spotting the funny little details hidden throughout the pictures.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Cave?

We love the way Rob Hodgson builds suspense with simple text, bold illustrations and plenty of visual jokes - while keeping the mysterious creature just out of sight. A funny, cleverly constructed read-aloud for young children who enjoy guessing what is happening.

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What is The Cave about?

Deep inside a cave lives a mysterious creature who never comes out, thanks to a very persistent wolf waiting outside. The wolf will do anything to tempt the creature out, but things are not as they seem! With bold illustrations and a funny twist ending, 'The Cave' is a delightful tale that will have children giggling and guessing what happens next.

About the author

Rob Hodgson is an illustrator and author who loves creating fun and colourful books for children. He is best known for his picture books like 'The Cave' and 'The Woods'. Rob enjoys using bright colours and playful shapes to tell his stories, inspiring children to use their imagination and see the world in a creative way.

Discussion ideas around The Cave

What is hiding?: What clues do the pictures give you about the creature in the cave, and what do you imagine it might be like?

The wolf’s plan: Why do you think the wolf keeps trying different ways to tempt the creature outside? Which plan seems cleverest, and why?

Bravery and caution: The creature stays inside the cave for a reason. When might it be sensible to be careful, and when might it be worth trying something new?

Looking closely: What small details can you spot in the illustrations, and how do they make the story funnier or more mysterious?

Expectations and surprises: How does the story make you guess what will happen next, and what kinds of surprises do you enjoy in stories?