According to Humphrey Series 12 Books Collection Set by Betty G. Birney - Ages 7-9 - Paperback

Titles in This Set
The World According to Humphrey
Friendship According to Humphrey
Trouble According to Humphrey
Surprises According to Humphrey
More Adventures According to Humphrey
Holidays According to Humphrey
School According to Humphrey
Mysteries According to Humphrey
Christmas According to Humphrey
Secrets According to Humphrey
Imagination According to Humphrey
Spring According to Humphrey

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Age Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)

Overview
Meet Humphrey, the endlessly curious classroom hamster who narrates every twist and turn of life in Room 26 at Longfellow School. This twelve-book paperback collection follows Humphrey through school days, holidays, mysteries, and quiet moments of friendship, all filtered through his warm, funny, and surprisingly wise point of view. Betty G. Birney's beloved series has introduced countless young readers to chapter books, blending gentle humor with lessons on kindness, patience, and belonging. Perfect for ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4), this set gives kids a full year's worth of Humphrey's classroom adventures in one convenient, giftable bundle for home or classroom libraries.

About the Books
Each book in this collection is narrated by Humphrey, a small hamster with an oversized heart and an unstoppable curiosity about the human world around him. From his cage in Room 26, Humphrey watches his teacher, Ms. Brisbane, and her students navigate friendships, disagreements, and everyday school life, and he never misses a chance to nudge things toward a happier ending, usually by squeaking, escaping his cage, or hiding a clue in his exercise wheel. The series follows a school-year rhythm, with titles built around holidays, seasons, and classroom milestones, so readers move through Humphrey's world the way a student would move through an actual school calendar, from the first day of class to spring's end-of-year excitement. Along the way, Humphrey visits classmates' homes for weekend sleepovers, solves small mysteries, keeps secrets, and discovers his own imagination, all while quietly teaching readers about empathy, honesty, and problem-solving. Betty G. Birney writes with a light, comic touch that never talks down to young readers, pairing short chapters with big personality, so even reluctant readers find themselves racing ahead to see what Humphrey will do next. Because every book stands on its own while contributing to Humphrey's larger story, families can read the twelve books in order for a complete arc or dip in and out as favorites emerge. The consistent voice, familiar cast, and cozy school setting make this collection a comforting, funny, and quietly meaningful introduction to chapter books.

Key Benefits

• Twelve paperback books deliver a full year of Humphrey's classroom adventures in one giftable set
• Short, funny chapters make this an ideal bridge from picture books to independent chapter-book reading
• Warm, character-driven stories build empathy, friendship, and problem-solving skills in young readers
• Consistent cast and cozy Longfellow School setting keep kids engaged from the first book to the last
• A perfect addition to home libraries, classroom libraries, and summer or back-to-school reading lists
• Great gift for birthdays, holidays, or any young reader who loves animals and school stories

Book-by-Book Guide
The World According to Humphrey — the series opener, introducing Humphrey as he arrives in Room 26 and begins observing his new classmates and teacher.
Friendship According to Humphrey — Humphrey navigates the ups and downs of classmate friendships, learning how small gestures can mend hurt feelings.
Trouble According to Humphrey — a new, challenging student tests the class, and Humphrey looks for a way to turn trouble into trust.
Surprises According to Humphrey — unexpected classroom changes and family news give Humphrey plenty to puzzle over from inside his cage.
More Adventures According to Humphrey — Humphrey heads off on a sailing competition adventure at Potter's Pond that doesn't go quite as planned.
Holidays According to Humphrey — festive classroom celebrations give Humphrey a chance to help classmates enjoy the holiday season together.
School According to Humphrey — a new school year brings a fresh group of students for Humphrey to observe, befriend, and quietly guide.
Mysteries According to Humphrey — Humphrey turns amateur detective when a string of small classroom mysteries needs solving.
Christmas According to Humphrey — winter classroom fun and holiday cheer keep Humphrey busy helping his human friends.
Secrets According to Humphrey — Humphrey works to keep several classmates' secrets safe while learning the value of trust.
Imagination According to Humphrey — a classroom storytelling contest sparks Humphrey's own imaginative side.
Spring According to Humphrey — a Family Fun Night and the arrival of spring have Humphrey reflecting on friendship and family.

About the Author
Betty G. Birney is an American author known for her warm, character-driven children's fiction and her extensive career as an Emmy Award-winning television writer. She created the According to Humphrey series, narrated entirely from the perspective of a curious classroom hamster, drawing on her gift for humor and gentle storytelling honed while writing for beloved children's shows. Birney has written dozens of books for young readers, and her Humphrey novels have earned multiple children's choice awards for their humor, heart, and relatable classroom setting. She continues to write from her home, expanding Humphrey's world for new generations of young readers.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This twelve-book set turns a beloved hamster's classroom observations into a full year of laughs, warmth, and gentle life lessons. It's an easy pick for birthdays, holiday stockings, classroom libraries, or summer reading lists, and its bite-sized chapters build confidence for kids stepping up to chapter books. A cheerful, giftable collection any young animal lover will treasure.

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