Henry and the Paper Route

Beverly Cleary gives readers a hero they'll relate to, and root for, in this comical and inspiring novel about Henry Huggins's mission to prove himself worthy of his very own paper route.

All the older kids work their own paper route, but because Henry is not eleven yet, Mr. Capper won't let him. Desperate to change his mind, Henry tries everything he can think of to show he's mature and responsible enough for the job. From offering free kittens to new subscribers, to hauling hundreds of pounds of old newspapers for his school's paper drive, there's nothing Henry won't try.

But it might just be the irrepressible Ramona Quimby who shows Mr. Capper just how capable Henry is.

The Henry Huggins books have been beloved touchstone classics for generations. They're funny and fast reads with appealing illustrations, sure to be welcomed by both eager and reluctant readers.

Can Henry prove he’s got what it takes to join the big kids?

• A Boy and His Dog: Henry’s loyal dog, Ribsy, is always by his side—whether he’s helping with a zany scheme or just watching the world go by on Klickitat Street.
• The Quest for Responsibility: Before he can deliver papers, Henry has to convince Mr. Capper he’s old enough for the job, leading to a series of hilarious attempts to look grown-up.
• Classic Childhood Adventure: From trying to find homes for a box full of kittens to organizing a massive paper drive, Henry’s life is filled with comical, slice-of-life adventures.
• Featuring Ramona Quimby: Beezus’s little sister, the one and only Ramona, makes an appearance—and as usual, she might cause more trouble than she solves!