Mac, the temporary teacher for room 26, bought a hamster named humphrey as a class pet. Her work has won many awards, including an emmy and three humanitas prizes. See more ideas about world, schools first and activities to do. Birney author 2005 the world according to humphrey. The title of the book is called the world according to humphrey because it is about how he sees the world as a giant place where everyone needs help. Study 214 terms the world according to humphrey flashcards. Humphrey has friends, adventures, and a cage with a lockthat doesnt lock. Humphreys world consists of room 26, an elementary classroom, and the childrens homes he visits on weekends. It can be used in school, or as a take home project. I started reading this because the book coram boy by jamila gavin, i. Barr elementary school, one book one barr humphrey the hamster duration. It is about a hamster called humphrey who is narrating his story. Teaching ideas from i want to read created by i want to read. Start studying the world according to humphrey comprehension questions.
Suggested activities for the world according to humphrey 2004 by betty g. Birney to receive credit for this quiz you must show your score to a librarian before closing the browser window. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Humphrey knew that all would not go welland humphrey was right. Free the world according to humphrey worksheets and. There is no more important activity for preparing your child to succeed as a reader.
Sunday, april 6, 2014 gather and organize the chapter journal writing activities if all completed. You can learn a lot about life by observing another species. Buy the world according to humphrey main by birney, betty g. They key, though, is to use humphreys example and see what lessons can be learned in each classroom via the. The world according to humphrey diorama book report. This popular book is about the adventures of a classroom hamster named humphrey. A home for humphrey this model eliciting activity is based on the. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the world according to humphrey. The world according to humphrey paperback third place. Classroom pets some of your classrooms may already have a classroom pet. The world according to humphrey by betty g birney, 9780142403525, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Help humphrey the hamster find his way back to his cage. The world according to humphrey, ideas for one school, one book. The world according to humphrey book, teaching resources.
In the story, the world according to humphrey we go through the viewpoint of a hamster and some characters are like mrs. The world according to humphrey is a cute story of humphrey the hamster who lives in room 26 at an elementary school. The company possesses perhaps the worlds most prestigious list of bestselling authors and a backlist of unparalleled breadth, depth, and quality. Series lesson plan from penguin publishing group usa. Betty g birney the characters setting the climax of this story was when humphrey was in the car heading towards mrs. The world according to humphrey humphrey series book 1 betty g. Humphrey is the class pet of room 26, and he is the most intelligent and handsome hamster around. In addition to having funfunfun in class, each weekend. But when he mistakenly ends up at sea on the day of the boat race, he finds himself in the middle of more adventure than he bargained for. The book has also been selected for other state awards lists. The world according to humphrey kindle edition by birney, betty g download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. A series for younger children is called humphrey s tiny tales. And for hungry families who catch the habit of reading aloud together from your innocent selection, there are six sequels. The world according to humphrey take home classroom journal.
News one book, one ridge the world according to humphrey. The first book in the series about everyones favorite classroom pet. I loved my new job as classroom pet of room 26, especially going home with a different classmate each weekend. Thats what humphrey was told when he was first brought to room 26.
Before reading the book discuss with the class what the world would look like from the perspective of a classroom pet. Feb 02, 2004 the world according to humphrey is a heartwarming tale that i only recommend to those who are prepared to seriously consider hamster ownership. Before reading the book, discuss what the world would look like from the perspective of a classroom pet. Please refer to these during the week, if your child needs additional help at home. Surprises according to humphrey a booksense pick, texas bluebonnet award master list selection, iowa childrens choice nominee, kansas state reading circle recommended reading list, california collection selection. Many will want one after reading the world according to humphrey. This resource is meant to be used at the end of the novel. Hes also smart, having learned to spell in only a week, and has a propensity to repeat exclamations thrice, gladgladglad. According to humphrey series 12 book series kindle edition. The world according to humphrey enhance understanding with a teaching guide that offers lessons and extension activities for the world according to humphrey, by betty birney. How did humphrey feel about living at the petorama store. Feb 03, 2014 this project is used as an extension for the book the world according to humphrey by betty g. Here, you will find study guides and supplemental activities for each reading story in our journey s textbook.
This novel study divides the world according to humphrey into five sections for study. May 05, 2005 thats what humphrey was told when he was first brought to room 26. Reading activities with the humphrey book series by betty birney. The book they picked, the world according to humphrey by betty g. They key, though, is to use humphrey s example and see what lessons can be learned in each classroom via the classroom pet. Wood creek one school, one book 20 family packet the world according to humphrey questionscomments if you have any questions during the month, feel free to contact denise gundlewhite teacherlibrarian at denise. Adventure according to humphrey land of enchantment book award nominee nm, childrens crown award honor book. The world according to humphrey kindle edition by birney. The world according to humphrey is an ideal selection for schools wanting to ensure younger readerslisteners can follow along and benefit from your one school, one book selection. See the progress your students make while they are reading. The penguin group is the secondlargest englishlanguage trade book publisher in the world. Jul 12, 2015 the world according to humphrey diorama book report.
Since humphrey spends most of his time in room 26, his experiences translate easily into your classroom as well. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. You first get to meet me in my book the world according to humphrey. Like humphrey on facebook and get the latest humphrey news. The fourth book in the beloved and awardwinning school hamster series. Sep 19, 2015 this book is called the world according to humphrey, written by betty g. Feb 01, 2004 humphreys world consists of room 26, an elementary classroom, and the childrens homes he visits on weekends. Feb 02, 2006 buy the world according to humphrey main by birney, betty g. This project is used as an extension for the book the world according to humphrey by betty g. Chapter 1 the world according to humphrey judy hicks. Each family received a copy of the selected book the world according to. Birney, the series follows the story of a likable hamster brought to room 26 by a substitute teacher. Suggested activities for the world according to humphrey.
A classroom hamster has to be ready for anything, but suddenly there are lotslotslots of big surprises in humphreys world. The world according to humphrey, by betty birney by. His life would be perfect, if only the teacher, mrs. This is a novel study for the world according to humphrey by betty g. He tries to help those around them and is always coming up with plans. The world according to humphrey paperback third place books. This guide provides a wide range of activities to share with your class or smaller reading groups. It is fun for kids to see the world from his point of view, and with quirky sense of humour. Before reading the book, discuss what the world would look like.
This is an 8page packet with printables all related to your beloved class pet hamster. The world according to humphrey book companion reading. Chapter questions and vocabulary for the book the world according to humphrey by betty birney. Comprehension by chapter, vocabulary challenges, creative reading response activities and projects, tests, and much more. The world according to humphrey 9780142403525 by betty g.
Feb 03, 2017 chapter 1 the world according to humphrey judy hicks. But some are scary, like a runin with a cat and a new janitor who might be from another planet. This book is called the world according to humphrey, written by betty g. This resource is meant to be used at the end of the novel study. Fun reading activities for the humphrey book series. Birney author hal hollings narrator 2018 friendship according to humphrey. Birney worked at disneyland for many years, has written several childrens television shows and is the author of over thirty five books, including the bestselling world according to humphrey. The complete series list for according to humphrey betty g. Soon humphrey learns to read, write, and even shoot rubber bands only in selfdefense, of course. Get to know humphrey the hamster in pictures children. The answers are printed on the first page, with the second page left blank for student response.
A classroom guide to the humphrey series penguin books. A series of books for children who are ready to read chapter books featuring a lovable hamster named humphrey. The world according to humphrey is a heartwarming tale that i only recommend to those who are prepared to seriously consider hamster ownership. Humphrey the hamster loves dreaming about being a pirate and watching his friends build ships. The world according to humphrey ebook 9781101100103 by betty g. Over the course of about two weeks, engage students in a read aloud of the book the world according to humphrey by betty g. Humphrey is a curious hamster with some fun insights. The world according to humphrey book report form pdf file. Everyones favorite classroom pet, humphrey, is the hero of the popular according to humphrey books. T he world according to humphrey has been a great book, it is funny, sometimes sad and has loads of twists. Birney author 2015 spring according to humphrey humphrey series book 12 betty g.
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I started reading this because the book coram boy by jamila gavin, i was currently. In addition to having funfunfun in class, each weekend this amazing hamster gets to sleep over with a different student, like loweryourvoicea. Apr 12, 2011 t he world according to humphrey has been a great book, it is funny, sometimes sad and has loads of twists. Brisbane and the students because humphrey is a class pet and the old teacher at the school left and mrs. Brisbane comes in and humphrey isnt used to this new teacher and learns who she is and also humphrey goes to different students houses each weekend.
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