Henry and Mudge and the Great Grandpas
Henry and Mudge: Book #26
By Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by George Guidall / 8 minutes
Henry and his slobbering dog Mudge are visiting Great-Grandpa Bill, who lives in a house with lots of other grandpas. Henry likes the grandpas because they play checkers and rock in rocking chairs. Mudge likes them because they feed him mint candies. When Henry and Mudge leave the house to go exploring, they find a beautiful swimming pond. They come back to let everybody know, and soon all the grandpas want to go swimming. Henry's father says, "We'll have to go in our Skivvies." Before long they are all enjoying a nice day of swimming in their underwear! Henry and Mudge and the Great Grandpas won the first-ever Theodor Seuss Geisel Award for a distinguished beginning reader book. Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant has charmed countless children-and their parents-with this gently humorous series, and Recorded Books offers a large selection of Henry and Mudge's tales.
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Henry and Mudge: The First Book
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 8 minutes
Abridged: No
Henry has no brothers or sisters, so he asks his parents for a dog. When they choose Mudge, the wriggling puppy has floppy ears and straight, soft fur. Mudge is tiny. But Henry knows he'll grow. Now Mudge is three feet tall, and he's the best friend Henry has ever had. Mudge trots to school with Henry, and he sleeps on Henry's bed. But one day... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and the Happy Cat
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 9 minutes
Abridged: No
Each of Cynthia Rylant's Henry and Mudge books gives young readers another chance to spend happy moments with the young boy and his enormous dog. The two friends' days are filled with sunshine and adventure. But there are always surprises waiting for them, too. One night, Henry and his parents find a stray cat on their doorstep. It's not a... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge Take the Big Test
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 9 minutes
Abridged: No
Sitting on the porch with his dog, Mudge, Henry watches a man and a collie walk by. As the collie obeys the man's commands to sit, lie down, and stay, Henry looks at Mudge and thinks about the things Mudge knows how to do: drool, sleep, and jump up on company. So Henry decides to enroll Mudge in dog obedience school. On the first day, Mudge... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and the Wild Wind
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 8 minutes
Abridged: No
Henry and his big dog, Mudge, like to play outside. but when a thunderstorm begins, Mudge is unhappy. he wants to go inside. He wants to hide from the loud thunder and sharp lightning. Soon the storm is very windy and noisy, and the lights have gone out. As Mudge hides his head in the sofa, Henry and his parents light candles and play cards.... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and the Best Day of All
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 7 minutes
Abridged: No
Wake up, Mudge! It's Henry's birthday! At first, the floppy dog wants to keep sleeping, but when Henry mentions birthday cake, and ice cream, Mudge's big brown eyes pop open. Join Henry, Mudge, and their friends on a sunny May day filled with balloons, games-and surprises for the little boy and his big dog. This birthday party is every child's... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge in the Family Trees
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 6 minutes
Abridged: No
When cousin Annie invites Henry and his big dog, Mudge to a family reunion, they can't wait to go meet lots of new relatives and hear lots of good stories. But are all those relatives on the porch, in the yard, and even in the trees at Annie's house really ready to meet Mudge-and experience sloppy kisses full of dog drool? Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and the Sneaky Crackers
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 7 minutes
Abridged: No
When Henry and his big dog Mudge see a spy kit for sale, they know right away that it's time to break open the piggy bank. With their spy hat and magnifying glass and secret code card, Henry and Mudge can flirt with danger, steal secrets, and start cracking codes. On their first spy mission, Henry tells Mudge to try not to look suspicious. Mudge... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and the Starry Night
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 5 minutes
Abridged: No
Every August, Henry, his parents, and his big dog Mudge go camping. This year they are going to Bear Lake. They will cook food over a campfire and sleep in a tent. Henry hopes he sees a deer or a raccoon. But he isn't sure he wants to see a bear. After they set up camp, Henry and Mudge explore the woods and enjoy the lake. Henry and his parents... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge: Annie's Good Move
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 6 minutes
Abridged: No
When Henry's mom tells them Cousin Annie is moving right next door, Henry and Mudge are thrilled. Henry knows Annie will be nervous about leaving her friends and changing schools, but there's nothing better for a bad case of the nerves than a snuggle under a blanket with a big dog like Mudge. Best-selling author Cynthia Rylant shows young... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 7 minutes
Abridged: No
In January, there's a lot of snow on the ground. One day when Henry and his big dog Mudge go outside to play, they see a sign in a store window. It says: SNOWMAN CONTEST, SATURDAY AT THE PARK. Henry runs home to tell his dad. On Saturday, the park is filled with people building all kinds of fancy snowmen. There are many dogs there, too. While... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and the Tall Tree House
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 8 minutes
Abridged: No
Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant has charmed countless new readers with her Henry and Mudge books. In this heartwarming tale, Uncle Jake builds a tree house for Henry. But after 14 minutes up the tree, Henry really misses Mudge. What fun is a tree house if you can't share it with your favorite pal? Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and Mrs. Hopper's House
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 8 minutes
Abridged: No
Award-winning author Cynthia Rylant's best-selling Henry and Mudge books are favorites of children of all ages. Henry and his big dog Mudge are very excited-Valentine's Day is coming! This year, Henry's parents are going to a Sweetheart Dance for Valentine's Day. While they are away, Henry and Mudge will stay across the street with Mrs. Hooper... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and the Wild Goose Chase
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 7 minutes
Abridged: No
Cynthia Rylant, acclaimed author of the popular Henry and Mudge series, delivers another exciting beginning-reader adventure. After expressing a craving for some farm-fresh produce, Henry's mother prompts a day trip to a country farm. It doesn't take long for Henry and Mudge to make friends with the various farm animals. However, there is one... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and the Funny Lunch
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 7 minutes
Abridged: No
Newbery Medal-winner Cynthia Rylant tells a charming story about the joys of sharing and teamwork. Every year, Henry makes a funny lunch for his mom on Mother's Day. This year, he will make a pineapple sofa! Henry and his dad head to the grocery store with Mudge, who gets to come in because everybody loves him. Mudge spends his time sniffing the... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and the Great Grandpas
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 8 minutes
Abridged: No
Henry and his slobbering dog Mudge are visiting Great-Grandpa Bill, who lives in a house with lots of other grandpas. Henry likes the grandpas because they play checkers and rock in rocking chairs. Mudge likes them because they feed him mint candies. When Henry and Mudge leave the house to go exploring, they find a beautiful swimming pond. They... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and the Tumbling Trip
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 7 minutes
Abridged: No
Newbery Medal winner Cynthia Rylant has sold more than two million copies of her beloved Henry and Mudge books. In this tale, Henry and his enormous dog go on vacation in the West. They have a great time wearing cowboy hats and bandannas, chasing tumbleweeds, and eating jerky. And when they finally return home, they learn something they never... Read more »
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Henry and Mudge and the Big Sleepover
By: Cynthia Rylant
Narrated by: George Guidall
Length: 6 minutes
Abridged: No
Henry is invited to a sleepover at his friend Patrick's house. His big, slobbering dog Mudge is invited, too. In fact, all the boys are bringing their dogs. Everyone will stay up late. Best of all, Henry says, there will be popcorn. Mudge gets very excited because popcorn is one of his favorites. When the night comes, the boys and dogs gather in... Read more »
Learn more| Author | Cynthia Rylant |
| Narrator | George Guidall |
| ISBN | 9781436169554 |
| Length | 8 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Recorded Books, Inc. |
| Publication date | December 19, 2008 |
| Edition | Unabridged |
| Libro.fm rank | #147,792 Overall |