Our hero, Humphrey, is a hamster, and the classroom pet of room 26. He learns to read and write. He could solve the problems of the world, if only humans could understand his squeaks!
By: Betty G. Birney
Discovery Questions
Humphrey loves Ms. Mac. Who has been your favorite teacher? Why were they your favorite? Write about it. Share your story with an adult.
Garth torments A. J. and Humphrey. Garth is a bully. Think of another story where someone is intentionally mean. Use a Venn diagram. How are they like Garth? How are they different? Share your diagram with an adult.
Mr. Brisbane felt sorry for himself after the car accident. He was stuck in a wheelchair. After the game of “catch me if you can,” what did Mr. Brisbane realize about himself and his life? Talk about it with an adult.
Humphrey learned that all humans have problems. And that kindness and encouragement can go a long way to overcoming those problems. Which episode/chapter was your favorite? Pretend you were the person Humphrey helped. Write him a thank-you note. Share it with an adult.
Discovery Questions are available in 100+ languages in the app.
Book Details
Grade Level
4th Grade
Book Code
499
Genre
Fiction
ISBN
9780142403525
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