Henry and Mudge and the Tall Tree House (Henry and Mudge Series #21)

by Cynthia Rylant Narrated by George Guidall

Overview

Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant has charmed countless new readers with her Henry and Mudge books. In this heartwarming tale, Uncle Jake builds a tree house for Henry. But after 14 minutes up the tree, Henry really misses Mudge. What fun is a tree house if you can't share it with your favorite pal?

Editorial Reviews

School Library Journal

K-Gr 2-When Uncle Jake builds Henry a beautiful tree house, there is a big problem-Mudge cannot climb trees. Unwilling to hurt his uncle's feelings, the boy tries staying in the structure for short periods, then getting down to be with his dog. When the grown-ups notice what is going on, they come up with the perfect solution-the tree house is rebuilt in Henry's bedroom so boy and dog can enjoy it together. The family dynamics are sensitive, warm, and funny. Pen-and-ink and watercolor art illustrates the action, and the final spread on which the tree house is next to Henry's bed is just unexpected enough to elicit giggles. A welcome addition to a deservedly popular series.-Lisa Smith, Lindenhurst Memorial Library, NY Copyright 2003 Cahners Business Information.

APR/MAY 06 - AudioFile

[Editor’s Note: This is a combined review with HENRY AND MUDGE AND MRS. HOPPER’S HOUSE.]--Cynthia Rylant offers more enjoyable tales for fans of her expansive Henry and Mudge series. In these two stories, Rylant focuses on the scary aspects of going to a sitter’s house and on the downside of having a tree house that your dog cannot share. Both subjects showcase Rylant’s sympathetic insights into childhood and her ability to write books just right for early readers. Veteran narrator George Guidall has a warm voice, and he uses a kid-friendly pace that flows along, allowing readers time to follow the words and enjoy the humor in the pictures. His voice provides just the right companionable tone for children who are discovering the joys of early reading for themselves. J.C.G. © AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine

Product Details

BN ID:	2940169447750
Publisher:	Recorded Books, LLC
Publication date:	09/26/2008
Series:	Henry and Mudge Series
Edition description:	Unabridged
Age Range:	5 - 8 Years

Read an Excerpt

Uncle Jake has a big surprise

for Henry and Henry's big

dog, Mudge. He's going to

build them a tree house!

At first Henry is all excited.

But then he remembers.

Mudge does not know how

to climb a tree.

How will Henry and Mudge

share a tree house if Mudge

can't climb?

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