In these pre-level one books, the big, drooly dog from the best-selling Henry and Mudge series is a puppy, and his adventures with his beloved friend Henry are playful and simple perfect for just-beginning readers! Puppy Mudge loves mud and now he needs a bath. But Puppy Mudge doesnt like baths!

Henry fights to get his puppy, Mudge, into the bathtub after the dog's playful romp in the mud.

When his puppy Mudge gets dirty, Henry has some trouble giving him a bath.

When his puppy Mudge gets dirty, Henry has some trouble giving him a bath.

Welcome Mudge!Mudge is Henry's puppy, a puppy wholoveshis blanket. Mudge brings his blanketeverywhere.But when the blanket gets lost, it's up to Henry to find it...or Mudge might never go to sleep!

Play along with Puppy Mudge! This paper over board Ready-to-Read collection includes five Puppy Mudge stories as well as the first story in the beloved Henry and Mudge series! Before Mudge was a big, playful dog, he was a big, playful puppy! Classic characters Henry and Mudge star in this unforgettable series by award-winning author Cynthia Rylant. These hilarious and heartwarming adventures in friendship are must-haves for any beginning reader. Parents and children alike will cherish this paper over board collection that comes with a beautiful matte cover and a bonus Henry and Mudge story! This Ready-to-Read treasury includes all of Puppy Mudge’s adventures: Puppy Mudge Finds a Friend, Puppy Mudge Has a Snack, Puppy Mudge Loves His Blanket, Puppy Mudge Takes a Bath, and Puppy Mudge Wants to Play. Also included is a bonus story, the Henry and Mudge adventure that started it all: Henry and Mudge: The First Book.

"Zoe’s the smartest,” said Vanessa, "I’m the best actress, and you, Winifred Fletcher . . .” she said, turning to Winnie. "You are the best--” Winnie waited to hear what Vanessa would say. It seemed as if Vanessa had to check every cupboard in her brain to find an answer. How do you know if you’re really good at something and not just ordinary? Can you be the best at something if you really want to? With humor and insight, Jennifer Richard Jacobson captures the complex emotions of jealousy, competition, self-doubt, and, ultimately, self-acceptance.

For Henry and his big dog Mudge, summer means going on a picnic in the park, taking a bath under the garden hose, and going to the top of the big green hill. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Play along with Puppy Mudge! This carry-along Ready-to-Read boxed set of six books includes five Puppy Mudge stories as well as the start to the beloved Henry and Mudge series! Before Mudge was a big, playful dog, he was a big, adorable puppy! Classic characters Henry and Mudge star in this unforgettable series by award-winning author Cynthia Rylant all about Puppy Mudge’s hilarious and heartwarming adventures in friendship. A must-have for any young reader, this wonderful carry-along boxed set even includes a bonus Henry and Mudge book! This Ready-to-Read boxed set of six stories starring adorable Puppy Mudge includes paperback editions of Puppy Mudge Finds a Friend, Puppy Mudge Has a Snack, Puppy Mudge Loves His Blanket, Puppy Mudge Takes a Bath, Puppy Mudge Wants to Play, and Henry and Mudge: The First Book. Parents and children alike will love the antics of Puppy Mudge in every playful adventure!

Henry's puppy Mudge enjoys playing with Fluffy the cat.