Hide Me, Kipper

What do our readers think of Hide Me, Kipper? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny hiding game and like seeing Kipper help the little mouse. They especially enjoy the surprise about the cat and find the story entertaining to share aloud.

What does the Pageticker team say about Hide Me, Kipper?

Hide Me, Kipper is a charmingly cheeky picture book that turns the pages themselves into part of the adventure. Mick Inkpen combines gentle suspense, expressive illustrations and a wonderfully daft game of hide-and-seek, making this a strong choice for younger children who enjoy joining in and spotting clever visual jokes.

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What is Hide Me, Kipper about?

Join Kipper in this delightful tale where a tiny, squeaky mouse dashes across the pages, seeking refuge from a curious cat. The mouse cleverly hides within the 'foldy bit' of the book, but will the cat discover his hiding spot? Not if Kipper has anything to do with it! This playful story is filled with excitement and gentle humour, perfect for young readers.

About the author

Mick Inkpen is a much-loved British author and illustrator who creates delightful books for children. He is best known for his stories about Kipper the dog and Wibbly Pig, which have made children smile all over the world. Mick’s gentle stories and charming pictures make reading fun and inspire a love of books.

Discussion ideas around Hide Me, Kipper

A very good hiding place: Where does the mouse try to hide, and which hiding place do you think works best? Why?

Kipper the helper: What does Kipper do to help the mouse, and what does this show us about being a good friend?

Funny or frightening?: Which parts of the cat-and-mouse chase feel funny, and which parts might make someone feel a little worried?

Books can be playful: How does the story use the pages and the shape of the book as part of the action? What other book tricks could an author use?