School Days According to Humphrey

By: Betty G. Birney

Narrated by: William Dufris

A new school year and new friends for everyone's favorite classroom pet!

Humphrey is excited to get back to Room 26 and see all his old classmates. But on the first day of school, a bunch of strange kids arrive and no matter how loudly he squeaks up, they don't realize they're in the wrong room! Finally Humphrey realizes that these kids are his new classmates, and he sets off to learn all about them.

He hasn't forgotten about his friends from last year, and of course they miss him a ton. But when they start talking about taking him from Mrs. Brisbane's room, Humphrey gets unsqueakably nervous. How could he say good-bye to Mrs. Brisbane and Og--not to mention his new friends--for good?

Critic reviews

“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!

i love the book but

although this book is amazing i have one thing how is some of the old students in ms lumes’s class? because small paul came from there so how??????

Humphrey is cute ☺️

I love him and he is so cute. ☺️ the little voice is so cute. 🥰 I love it .so adorable and amazing.please make more of this.

Touches my hamster heart!!!!

I love this book!!!! It is a heart warming story about a hamster named Humphrey!!!!!! I have no complaints or concerns about this book but I still recommend this book for ages 4 and up. I'm nine and I really enjoy this book!!!!!!!!!! The narrator is really nice!!!!Go Humphrey!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!😁❤️

perfect story for kids. love it and listened many

this is a perfect good story for kids. I like that little cute hamster too

Humphrey being confused about different students in the classroom

I love love love when Humphrey was confused about different students in the classroom like Garth, AJ