Betty G. Birney
Betty G. Birney is a prolific author celebrated for her heartwarming "Humphrey" series, including "Summer According to Humphrey" and "The World According to Humphrey." Her engaging chapter books, often featuring animal protagonists, have earned her a dedicated readership among young readers. Birney's ability to capture the voice and perspective of her characters makes her a notable figure in children's fiction.
Books by Betty G. Birney
3 books available

Summer According to Humphrey
by Betty G. Birney
4.3(1,165)
Humphrey the classroom hamster swaps his cage for a cabin, embarking on a wild outdoor adventure at Camp Happy Hollow where he befriends a mouse, finds a lost frog, and helps his human friends navigate the challenges of summer camp.

Friendship According to Humphrey
by Betty G. Birney
4.3(1,733)
When a silent, green new classmate named Og the frog invades Room 26, Humphrey the hamster must navigate the choppy waters of jealousy and misunderstanding to prove that even the unlikeliest of species can find common ground in friendship.

The World According to Humphrey
by Betty G. Birney
4.1(5,645)
From his cage in Room 26, a clever classroom hamster named Humphrey goes on weekend adventures with different students, secretly learning to read, write, and shoot rubber bands while navigating human emotions and a teacher he thinks dislikes him.