Book details
Henry and Mudge and the Long Weekend
Description
Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And on a long weekend, they build a glorious indoor castle, complete with knights and kings!
Age
5-7
Text complexity
emerging
Length
40 pages
Book in series
#11
Why to read
- Develops Emotional Intelligence: 'Henry and Mudge and the Long Weekend' explores themes of friendship, boredom, and creativity, which can help young readers understand and express their own feelings in similar situations.
- Strengthens Reading Skills: As part of the 'Henry and Mudge' series, this book is designed for early readers. Its simple language, repetition, and supportive illustrations make it an excellent choice for practicing reading fluency and comprehension.
- Encourages Imagination: The story of Henry and Mudge creating their own backyard castle from a refrigerator box inspires children to use their imagination and find creative ways to have fun, highlighting the value of play and innovation.
- Promotes Bonding Time: Reading this book together with a parent or guardian can provide quality bonding time, as well as opportunities for discussions about the story, the characters' decisions, and the readers' own experiences with long weekends and projects.