Horrid Henry's Underpants - Softcover

Simon, Francesca

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1402238258 ISBN 13: 9781402238253

Publisher: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky, 2009

Synopsis

DISCOVER THE SERIES BOYS AND GIRLS AROUND THE WORLD LOVE TO READ!

Horrid Henry makes a deal with his parents in return for eating his veggies; accidentally wears girls' underwear to school; tries to prove he is sicker than his brother; and writes the meanest thank-you cards ever (and makes money on it too).

Francesca Simon is one of the world's best-loved children's authors. She is the only American to have ever won the Galaxy Book Award, and her creation, Horrid Henry, is the #1 bestselling chapter book series in the UK--with a hit TV show and over fifteen million copies sold! Each book contains four easy-to-read stories and hilarious illustrations by the one and only Tony Ross, so even the most reluctant of readers won't be able to resist Henry's amazing talent for trouble!

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Review:

"Francesca Simon has done it again and Horrid Henry causes more trouble than ever in these new books. It's refreshing to see a series whose main character is a trouble-maker--because if we can't laugh at books, then what can we laugh at?"

I think there must be a lot of naughty schoolboy living inside my feathers, because I enjoyed Horrid Henry.

That little mischief maker Horrid Henry is at it again. Think of Dennis the Menace with an ornery attitude and you will get a feeling for Horrid Henry. This young man has a way of getting into trouble, causing lots of headaches and bringing tons of laughs. A most excellent way to get even the most reluctant of readers to read! Horrid Henry will appeal to both boys and girls with his antics and makes for a fun family read-along time.

The rebel in every reader, young and old, will revel in Horrid Henry's hilarious exploits, and be hungry for more.

I was really surprised how versatile I found these books. As a female reader, I was certain that they would be attempting to appeal more to male readers, but I was wrong. Simon does an amazing job at making this series appeal to both boys and girls, as well as make family reading accessible. These books are geared towards children ages 7-10, and make great starter books. I would recommend these to any parent with readers just starting out or having a hard time reading. Overall, the Horrid Henry books are a great series for kids looking for action, adventure, and laughs. They will definitely keep your child's attention, and have them begging to read more about Horrid Henry and his antics.

Horrid Henry, the number one British bad boy, is back to dish out some mischievous and bratty behavior. Don't take the name lightly; Henry is indeed a horrible kid who makes Dennis the Menace look like Barney. His behavior is at times so over the top nasty you'll cringe!Henry is a little stinker, and some of his antics are funny, others despicable. One thing is for sure: next to Henry, your own kids will look like perfect angels even on their worst of days.

Mischievous doesn't even describe Horrid Henry. He's devious, sneaky, and a few other words. And most of all, horrid. But the great thing about the Horrid Henry titles is that he always learns his lesson. Each book contains four stories with simple but funny plots.

Horrid Henry is a little boy who definitely lives up to his name. He constantly teases his brother, Perfect Peter, who subscribes to magazines such as "Best Boy" and delights in eating his vegetables.
"Horrid Henry's Underpants" -- This is the funniest story in the two books, and of course, kids will get a kick out of the use of the word "underpants" in the title and throughout the story.

Horrid Henry has jumped the pond and if you have or teach children in the early independent reader stage, you're going to want to check Henry out.

"I think the author and illustrator have something great going and that Horrid Henry will become more well-known then Junie B. Jones. The joy is, that Horrid Henry is liked by both boys AND girls. The books lists ages 7-10 but my 12-year-old niece loves them too."

Book Description:

The eleventh title in the fantastically successful HORRID HENRY series. Unabridged edition read by Miranda Richardson

About this edition

• Publisher: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1402238258
• ISBN 13: 9781402238253
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 112
• Illustrator: Ross Tony