Hide and Seek with Herbie (Ms. Rachel) (Books by Ms. Rachel)
Books by Ms. Rachel Series
What’s inside...
In this interactive picture-book, preschool icon Ms. Rachel invites children to play a game of hide-and-seek with her mischievous puppet pal, Herbie. Each spread presents a new familiar setting—a cozy playroom, a sunny backyard, a bustling city park—where young readers search for Herbie’s bright red cap while practicing observation, turn-taking, and simple problem-solving. Short, rhythmic lines encourage participation, and music-note cues prompt adults and children to sing Ms. Rachel’s signature call-and-response songs as they look for clues together. The story ends with a joyful group sing-along celebrating friendship and the fun of playing together.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
14 pages
Character compass
Ms. Rachel
Herbie
Discussion points
How did you feel when you couldn’t find Herbie right away?
Which hiding spot was the trickiest and why?
Why is taking turns important when we play games?
How can we show friends we’re happy they joined us?
Tip: Role play these questions
Act out hiding and finding at home.
Sing Ms. Rachel’s songs together after reading.
Count objects on each page aloud.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Patience
Explanation: Characters wait their turn to look for Herbie.
Real-World Application: Children can practice waiting during daily routines.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Friends combine clues to locate Herbie.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to collaborate on group tasks.
Example Lesson: Curiosity
Explanation: Exploring new settings encourages asking questions.
Real-World Application: Children feel confident exploring safe new environments.
Example Lesson: Gratitude
Explanation: Characters thank each other after the game.
Real-World Application: Saying thank-you reinforces polite social habits.
