Imagination According to Humphrey, Betty G. Birney
Imagination According to Humphrey, Betty G. Birney
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Imagination According to Humphrey

Author: Betty G. Birney

Narrator: William Dufris

Unabridged: 2 hr 57 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/22/2015

Synopsis

Humphrey's eleventh adventure celebrates stories, writing, and the power of the imagination! 

Imaginations are running wild in Mrs. Brisbane’s class, but Humphrey is stumped. His friends are writing about where they would go if they could fly, but Humphrey is HAPPY-HAPPY-HAPPY right where he is in Room 26.

It’s pawsitively easy for Humphrey to picture exciting adventures with dragons and knights in the story Mrs. Brisbane is reading aloud. He has no trouble coming up with plans to help his friends and tricks to entertain them. His imagination even goes a little too far when he wonders if Carlos’s imaginary friend might be a ghost.

If only his imagination wouldn’t disappear when he tries to write. Luckily, Humphrey likes a challenge, and Mrs. Brisbane has lots of writing tips that do the trick.

About The Author

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 Prizes, and a Writers Guild of America award, and won a Christopher Award for Friendship According to Humphrey. In addition to the Humphrey books, she is the author of The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs and The Princess and the Peabodys.  A native of St. Louis, Missouri, Betty lives in Los Angeles with her husband, an actor. Find fun Humphrey activities and teacher’s guides at www.bettygbirney.com

Reviews

Goodreads review by Greg on January 18, 2018

My 6-year-old son enjoyed this book a lot. I thought it had some clever parts as well.......more

Goodreads review by Susan on February 28, 2021

Can’t go wrong with Humphrey- these books are charming! (Library)......more

Goodreads review by Jen on June 07, 2015

School Library Journal ( November 01, 2014; 9780399257971 ) Gr 2-4-The students in Room 26 at Longfellow School are on their way to becoming writers. Mrs. Brisbane is encouraging them to use their imagination and fill in the blank to the sentence "If I could fly, I would _____." Humphrey, the class......more

Goodreads review by Pubudini on October 26, 2019

The cover caught my eye( the Humphrey in the edition with me is too cute😘 ) I knew it is for kids. And when the pre-reading review session was happening I knew it is for kids; kids who are so little😊 I didn't care. I loved the book, it's obvious that my favourite character was Humphrey😊 Talkative So......more

Goodreads review by Samantha on May 18, 2022

At long last I have finally finished the Humphrey series. I must admit I am really annoyed to not have the final book to get a better close to the story and see what happens to everyone. I feel like I'd even get to see the kids from the last class a lot more since it's the end and I do miss them a l......more

Quotes

"The theme of perseverance is prevalent throughout this pleasant early chapter book. It includes tips for budding writers and could spark a class discussion about inspiration."--School Library Journal

“Humphrey, a delightful, irresistible character, is big hearted, observant, and creative.” —Booklist on The World According to Humphrey
 
“Humphrey is a witty, fun, and lovable character with great kid appeal.” —School Library Journal on Surprises According to Humphrey
 
“This thoughtful yet upbeat tale lends credence to the notion that actions and intentions can be misinterpreted while pointing out the benefits of looking at a situation from another’s point of view. Readers will find that seeing the world from Humphrey’s standpoint is mighty satisfying.” —Kirkus Reviews on Friendship According to Humphrey
 
“Narrated in Humphrey’s lively voice, the story is characteristically amusing and incorporates kid-relevant issues, such as being the last chosen for sports teams and the importance of respect, support, kindness, and appreciation. New and returning readers will enjoy the caring hamster’s unique perspective on everything from friendship to fire drills.” —Booklist on Surprises According to Humphrey
 
“Humphrey is just as lovable and sweet as he was in Friendship According to Humphrey. His escapades teach honesty, responsibility, and the consequences of actions.” —School Library Journal on Trouble According to Humphrey


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
Happiness According to Humphrey - new in 2024!

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