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The World According to Humphrey

By Betty G. Birney

By Betty G. Birney

By Betty G. Birney

By Betty G. Birney

By Betty G. Birney

By Betty G. Birney

By Betty G. Birney
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By Betty G. Birney
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May 05, 2005 | ISBN 9780142403525 | Middle Grade (8-12)

Hardcover $17.99

Feb 02, 2004 | ISBN 9780399241987 | Middle Grade (8-12)

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May 05, 2005 | ISBN 9781101100103 | Middle Grade (8-12)

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Feb 20, 2018 | 154 Minutes | Middle Grade (8-12)

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    About The World According to Humphrey

    The first book in the series about everyone’s favorite classroom pet!

    You can learn a lot about life by observing another species. That’s what Humphrey was told when he was first brought to Room 26. And boy, is it true! In addition to having FUN-FUN-FUN in class, each weekend this amazing hamster gets to sleep over with a different student, like Lower-Your-Voice-A.J. and Speak-Up-Sayeh. Soon Humphrey learns to read, write, and even shoot rubber bands (only in self-defense, of course). With lots of friends to help, adventures to enjoy, and a cage with a lock-that-doesn’t- lock, Humphrey’s life is almost perfect. If only the teacher, Mrs. Brisbane, wasn’t out to get him!

    Boys and girls can’t help falling in love with Humphrey! Kids will be eager to get their paws on all 12 books in the series! Be sure to look for Humphrey’s Tiny Tales for younger readers.

    About The World According to Humphrey

    The first in the series about everyone’s favorite classroom pet!

    You can learn a lot about life by observing another species. That’s what Humphrey was told when he was first brought to Room 26. And boy is it true! There are always adventures in the classroom and each weekend he gets to sleep over with different students. Humphrey learns to read, write, shoot rubber bands (only in self-defense, of course), turn off TVs, teach English as a second language, and more. With a lock-that-doesn’t-lock and an adventurous spirit, what more could a mischievous hamster want?

    With a fresh voice and an engaging, hamster’s-eye view of school, families, and treats to hide in a cheek pouch, Betty G. Birney’s Humphrey will elicit laughter and demands for hamsters in every elementary classroom.

    Also available in Spanish as El Mundo de acuerdo a Humphrey.

    About The World According to Humphrey

    The first book in the series about everyone’s favorite classroom pet!

    You can learn a lot about life by observing another species. That’s what Humphrey was told when he was first brought to Room 26. And boy, is it true! In addition to having FUN-FUN-FUN in class, each weekend this amazing hamster gets to sleep over with a different student, like Lower-Your-Voice-A.J. and Speak-Up-Sayeh. Soon Humphrey learns to read, write, and even shoot rubber bands (only in self-defense, of course). With lots of friends to help, adventures to enjoy, and a cage with a lock-that-doesn’t- lock, Humphrey’s life is almost perfect. If only the teacher, Mrs. Brisbane, wasn’t out to get him!

    Boys and girls can’t help falling in love with Humphrey! Kids will be eager to get their paws on all 12 books in the series! Be sure to look for Humphrey’s Tiny Tales for younger readers.

    About The World According to Humphrey

    The first book in the series about everyone’s favorite classroom pet!

    You can learn a lot about life by observing another species. That’s what Humphrey was told when he was first brought to Room 26. And boy, is it true! In addition to having FUN-FUN-FUN in class, each weekend this amazing hamster gets to sleep over with a different student, like Lower-Your-Voice-A.J. and Speak-Up-Sayeh. Soon Humphrey learns to read, write, and even shoot rubber bands (only in self-defense, of course). With lots of friends to help, adventures to enjoy, and a cage with a lock-that-doesn’t- lock, Humphrey’s life is almost perfect. If only the teacher, Mrs. Brisbane, wasn’t out to get him!

    Boys and girls can’t help falling in love with Humphrey! Kids will be eager to get their paws on all 12 books in the series! Be sure to look for Humphrey’s Tiny Tales for younger readers.

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    About Betty G. Birney

    Betty G. Birney has written episodes for numerous children’s television shows, including The New Adventures of Madeleine, Doug, and Bobby’s World, as well as after-school specials and a television movie, Mary Christmas. She has won many awards for her television work, including an Emmy, three Humanitas… More about Betty G. Birney

    About Betty G. Birney

    Betty G. Birney has written episodes for numerous children’s television shows, including The New Adventures of Madeleine, Doug, and Bobby’s World, as well as after-school specials and a television movie, Mary Christmas. She has won many awards for her television work, including an Emmy, three Humanitas… More about Betty G. Birney

    About Betty G. Birney

    Betty G. Birney has written episodes for numerous children’s television shows, including The New Adventures of Madeleine, Doug, and Bobby’s World, as well as after-school specials and a television movie, Mary Christmas. She has won many awards for her television work, including an Emmy, three Humanitas… More about Betty G. Birney

    About Betty G. Birney

    Betty G. Birney has written episodes for numerous children’s television shows, including The New Adventures of Madeleine, Doug, and Bobby’s World, as well as after-school specials and a television movie, Mary Christmas. She has won many awards for her television work, including an Emmy, three Humanitas… More about Betty G. Birney

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Paperback | $7.99
    Published by Puffin Books
    May 05, 2005 | 144 Pages | 5-1/16 x 7-3/4 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780142403525

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Hardcover | $17.99
    Published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers
    Feb 02, 2004 | 128 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780399241987

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Ebook | $7.99
    Published by Puffin Books
    May 05, 2005 | 144 Pages | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9781101100103

    Category: Audiobooks | Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Audiobook Download | $14.00
    Published by Listening Library
    Feb 20, 2018 | 154 Minutes | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780525596622

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    Praise

    “A likable hamster narrates this novel for newly independent readers….Birney succeeds in developing the animal’s character without the narrative becoming too cute or contrived. Humphrey’s views underscore the importance of knowing the full story before making judgments, and his presence makes a positive difference in the lives of the people he meets. All in all, a winning book that will appeal to children who like tales about animals, school life, and friendship.”—School Library Journal “The story deftly avoids triteness while still feeling breezy and acknowledging deeply felt troubles, such as Mrs. Brisbane’s husband’s depression. The pet-care tips punctuating each chapter would benefit any youngster thinking about getting a hamster, but for everyone else, this read is simply good-good-good.”—Kirkus Reviews

    Look for all of the books in the series!
    The World According to Humphrey
    Friendship According to Humphrey
    Trouble According to Humphrey
    Surprises According to Humphrey
    Adventure According to Humphrey
    Summer According to Humphrey
    School Days According to Humphrey
    Mysteries According to Humphrey
    Winter According to Humphrey
    Secrets According to Humphrey
    Imagination According to Humphrey
    Spring According to Humphrey
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