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The Wolf and the Hocus Pocus

By Avril McDonald

When treasured forest treasures vanish, Lottie must uncover who’s hiding behind a dangerous lie.

mysterious · rhyming · thought-provoking · reassuring

Genres

Animals Mystery Feelings/Wellbeing

What is The Wolf and the Hocus Pocus about?

When precious family cloaks and jewels begin disappearing from the forest, the animals are shocked and confused. Who could be behind the thefts? Lottie is determined to uncover the truth, but a clever trick has caused everyone to believe a dangerous lie. As the mystery unfolds, the forest creatures learn that things are not always what they seem. With courage and honesty, Lottie discovers the importance of speaking up and finding a trusted adult who will listen and help.

About the author

Avril McDonald is an award-winning children’s author and the creator of the Feel Brave series. Her popular stories, including The Wolf Is Not Invited and The Wolf Was Not Sleeping, help young readers understand feelings, build confidence and discover their inner courage. Avril also works with schools, families and teachers, sharing fun ideas that help children feel confident and ready to learn.

Pages

36 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2024

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