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Description
Everyone in Room 26 is excited about the forthcoming Christmas show - especially Humphrey the class hamster! Ms Lark the music teacher has written a new song to be performed, but Joey is upset as he's been told he shouldn't sing.
Quick Summary
If you've got a kid who loves animal stories or funny classroom misadventures, Humphrey the hamster is basically their new best friend. This installment has Humphrey getting totally caught up in Room 26's Christmas show preparations, and he's determined to help Joey, who's been told he can't sing let's just say a certain chatty hamster finds a way to get involved. The humor is warm and silly without being overwhelming, and there's a genuine sweetness to the way Humphrey looks out for his human classmates. It's a quick, satisfying read that manages to sneak in some real heart about belonging and not judging people before you know their story. Fans of the earlier Humphrey books will recognize the familiar voice, and if your kid hasn't met him yet, this is a totally fine place to jump in though fair warning, they'll probably want to read the whole series afterward.