Humphrey's Really Wheely Racing Day
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2013 · Est. 35 min read-aloud

Humphrey's Really Wheely Racing Day

Written by Betty G. Birney · Illustrated by Priscilla Burris

Part of the Humphrey's Tiny Tales series

A classroom pet hamster gets to experience a fun weekend at a student's house and later participates in a hamster car race at school

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96 pages· 4,515 words· Est. 35 min read-aloud· 580L
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Bookroo's summary

Humphrey, the beloved classroom hamster, is content in Room 26 until he visits Mandy's house and sees a hamster car. Now, he dreams of racing adventures. When his teacher hints at a special project, Humphrey wonders if his wish might come true. Will he get the chance to race, or will school rules keep his dreams at bay? Join Humphrey as he navigates the excitement and challenges of bringing a little speed to his world. With charming illustrations, this tale is perfect for young readers eager to see if Humphrey's dreams will roll into reality.

From the publisher

Everyone’s favorite classroom pet is now starring in chapter books! Humphrey is one happy hamster. He lives in Room 26 at Longfellow School. He has a big comfy cage with a wheel perfect for spinning and a room full of friends. But when Humphrey goes to Mandy’s house one weekend, he learns that her hamster has something Humphrey has never seen before–a hamster car! Humphrey wants one, too, but school is not usually the place for toys. Then his teacher talks about bringing in something special for a project. Is Humphrey getting a really wheely surprise? With adorable illustrations and an easy reading level, Humphrey’s Tiny Tales are just right for emergent readers.

At a glance
Format
Pages
96
Words
4,515
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Transitional Reader
Lexile
580L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.1
F&P level
~O
AR points
1
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
169439
Publication
Published
August 28, 2014
First published
July 4, 2013
Publisher
Puffin Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780147514851
LCCN
2013028264

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