Synopses & Reviews
Every year Henry and his dad (with help from Mudge, of course) make Henry's mother a funny lunch for Mother's Day. Shopping for their juicy, crunchy surprise is fun, and preparing it is even more fun. But sharing it with Henry's mother is the most fun of all!
Review
School Library Journal Bravo, Henry and Mudge. May they go on forever!
Synopsis
Henry and his dog Mudge (with help from Henry;s dad) are all set to make Henry's mother a funny, crunchy lunch for Mother's Day in this Ready-to-Read book of their adventures. This year Henry and Mudge are out to make the best Mother's Day lunch ever. It has to be juicy, crunchy, and perfect for family sharing.
When they select a gorgeous golden pineapple, the menu is shaping up to be anything but dull. Dad is helping them carve something almost too pretty to eat. So how will Henry ever stop Mudge from devouring the surprise before Mom sees it?
About the Author
Cynthia Rylant is the author of more than 100 books for young people, including the beloved Henry and Mudge, Annie and Snowball, Brownie andamp; Pearl, and Mr. Putter andamp; Tabby series. Her novel andlt;iandgt;Missing Mayandlt;/iandgt; received the Newbery Medal. She lives in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Visit her at CynthiaRylant.com.Suand#231;ie Stevenson is the acclaimed author and illustrator of more than fifty books for children and is best known as the illustrator of the popular Henry and Mudge books by Cynthia Rylant. She lives on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, with her little cocker spaniel, Gracie.
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