Henry and Beezus
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1952 · Est. 3.5 hour read

Henry and Beezus

Written by Beverly Cleary · Illustrated by Jacqueline Rogers

Book #2 in the Henry Huggins series

A boy's quest for a bike leads to unexpected challenges and friendships.

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224 pages· 24,827 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Henry Huggins dreams of owning a bike, but every plan he hatches seems doomed. From bubble gum mishaps to his mischievous dog Ribsy's antics, obstacles abound. Even Ramona Quimby adds to his woes. Yet, with his friend Beezus by his side, Henry might just find a way to pedal into success. Can friendship turn his luck around and help him achieve his goal?

From the publisher

Newbery Medal–winner Beverly Cleary tells the story of a boy with a goal—and the girl who helps him achieve it.

Well-meaning Henry Huggins would do anything to get the bike of his dreams. But every idea he has keeps falling flat. Selling bubble gum on the playground gets him in trouble with his teacher. There’s the paper route, but Henry’s dog Ribsy nearly ruins that with his nose for mischief. Even pesky little Ramona Quimby manages to get in the way of Henry’s chance at a bike. But it’s with the help of his best friend Beezus that there may be a way. After all—with a friend by your side, anything is possible.

At a glance
Format
Pages
224
Words
24,827
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
730L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about growing upBooks about childhood adventuresBooks about dogs
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The series

The Henry Huggins series

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Henry Huggins

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Henry and Ribsy

Ages 7–9 · 1953
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Henry and the Paper Route

Ages 8–12 · 1957
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Henry and the Clubhouse

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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.6
F&P level
~Q
Scholastic level
O
AR points
4
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
266
Publication
Published
March 16, 2021
First published
January 1, 1952
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780688213831

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