Why wasn't Hank the hedgehog happy to go on the field trip?
Because he always felt like an outsider
What did Matilda call Hank a the beginning of the story?
Odd.
What does "Odd" mean?
Not regular, not typical, unusual
Is calling someone odd a nice thing to say about a classmate? why or why not?
No, it is unkind, and makes other's think they shouldn't be nice to that person too.
Why did Matilda mouse, Rachel rabbit, Wendy Weasel,and Ralph Racoon gulp when they got close to Shadow Woods?
The woods were big and dark and it made them nervous and a little scared.
Why did Hank make the biggest Gulp?
He was very scared and he didn't have anybody to hold his hand.
What does feeling like an outsider mean?
Lonely, sad, nervous.
Have you ever felt like your classmates didn't like you?
I have, have you?
What kind of personality does Hank have?
Shy, quiet.
What kind of personality does Matilda have?
Outgoing, fun
What was wrong with the way the others treated Hank?
Not kind, judged him as odd because he was shy.
Why does Hank roll up in a ball still, even though the kids all like him now?
Because he is still shy.
