According to Humphrey Series by Betty Birney 13 Books Set - Fiction - 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 Happiness According to Humphrey

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124203948

Overview:
The World According to Humphrey 13-book set by Betty G. Birney invites young readers into a warmly funny, classroom-centered world. Follow Humphrey the classroom hamster as he observes, learns, and nudges his human friends toward kindness, curiosity, and courage. This collection is ideal for independent readers and story-time favorites alike, offering accessible chapters, gentle humor, and relatable school-life moments that spark imagination and empathy in kids aged 6 to 9 or so. A beloved, family-friendly pick for home libraries and classroom shelves. Whether reading aloud with a parent or diving into chapters solo, readers will savor Humphrey's warm perspective.

About the Books:
Across these 13 stories, Birney crafts tiny, humane adventures from Humphrey's point of view, turning a classroom into a stage for friendship, responsibility, and curiosity. Each tale centers on Humphrey's observations, his interactions with Mrs. Brisbane's students, and the everyday discoveries that turn ordinary school days into memorable moments. The World According to Humphrey sets the tone with warm humor as Humphrey adapts to life behind the globe, while later titles spotlight friendships, mischief, problem-solving, and celebrations. From making new friends in Friendship According to Humphrey to navigating mistakes in Trouble According to Humphrey, the collection balances humor with heart. Holidays, School, Mysteries, and Christmas bring seasonal sparks; Secrets and Imagination invite readers to think beyond the door; Spring and Happiness close the circle with hopeful, feel-good finales. The accessible chapter length, friendly narration, and recurring cast of supportive teachers and classmates make this set perfect for both guided-reading and independent reading, encouraging kids to see the world from another's whiskered perspective. The gentle humor helps ease classroom transitions, while the stories model empathy, perseverance, and teamwork. Ideal for kids who love animal friends, school-life slice-of-life, and wish-fulfillment adventures, these books invite discussions about kindness, responsibility, and everyday ethics. The variety within the 13 volumes ensures a steady reading rhythm—from quick, bite-sized chapters to a cozy reading session before bed. Whether a new reader is discovering chapters or a confident student craving a feel-good collection, this Humphrey set offers a reliable, comforting reading path.

Key Benefits:

• Engaging stories for kids
• Classroom-friendly adventures
• Reading aloud friendly
• Ideal gift for classrooms

About the Author:
Betty G. Birney (born April 26, 1947) is an American author, screenwriter, and teacher, renowned for the Humphrey series that invites readers into a warm, classroom-centered universe. Birney began her writing journey as a child, crafting Teddy Bear in the Woods at seven, and she later contributed to Disney projects, Disneyland storytelling, and media including television and video games. Her distinctive voice blends humor with heart, making school-life accessible and inviting. Birney’s work has inspired countless families to celebrate curiosity, friendship, and the everyday adventures of young readers. Her work continues to be widely used in classrooms and libraries globally.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
Designed for sunny reading sessions and quiet afternoons, this Humphrey set brings favorite characters back to life while introducing new listeners to a comforting, bite-sized narrative cadence. Parents and educators will appreciate the consistent voice, gentle humor, and accessible themes about friendship, responsibility, and resilience that resonate with both beginning and independent readers.