Horrible Harry facts for kids
Horrible Harry is a fun series of children's books. It was written by Suzy Kline over many years, from 1988 to 2019. These books are often used in American elementary schools to help kids learn to read. The stories are about a third-grade boy named Harry. His exciting and sometimes messy adventures are told by his best friend, Doug.
Harry and Doug have many friends in their class. These friends include Sidney, Song Lee, Mary, Ida, and Dexter. Their kind teacher is named Ms. Mackle. The school principal is Mr. Cardini. Each book shares a new and often funny story about Harry and his friends.
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About the Horrible Harry Series
The Horrible Harry books are known for their humor. They also show the everyday life of kids in elementary school. Readers get to see the world through Doug's eyes. He often describes Harry's unusual ideas and actions. Harry might seem a bit "horrible" sometimes, but he is always interesting. He often leads his friends into unexpected situations.
Meet the Characters
- Harry: He is the main character. Harry loves slimy things, spooky stories, and sometimes causes a bit of trouble. He is very curious and always has a plan.
- Doug: Harry's best friend and the narrator of the stories. Doug often tries to understand Harry's strange ways. He is usually the voice of reason.
- Song Lee: A quiet and artistic girl in the class. She loves nature and is very kind. Song Lee often helps Harry and Doug with their adventures.
- Sidney: Another friend in the class. Sidney is often involved in the group's activities.
- Ms. Mackle: The patient and understanding third-grade teacher. She guides her students through their learning and adventures.
- Mr. Cardini: The school principal. He sometimes has to deal with Harry's antics.
The Horrible Harry Books
There are many books in the Horrible Harry series. Each one tells a new story about Harry and his friends in Room 2B.
- Horrible Harry in Room 2B
- Horrible Harry and the Green Slime
- Horrible Harry and the Ant Invasion
- Horrible Harry's Secret
- Horrible Harry and the Christmas Surprise
- Horrible Harry and the Kickball Wedding
- Horrible Harry and the Dungeon
- Horrible Harry and the Purple People
- Horrible Harry and the Drop of Doom
- Horrible Harry Moves Up to Third Grade
- Horrible Harry at Halloween
- Horrible Harry Goes to the Moon
- Horrible Harry and the Dragon War
- Horrible Harry and the Holidaze
- Horrible Harry Goes to Sea
- Horrible Harry and the Mud Gremlins
- Horrible Harry and the Locked Closet
- Horrible Harry and the Goog
- Horrible Harry Takes the Cake
- Horrible Harry and the Triple Revenge
- Horrible Harry Cracks the Code
- Horrible Harry Bugs the Three Bears
- Horrible Harry and the Dead Letters
- Horrible Harry on the Ropes
- Horrible Harry Goes Cuckoo
- Horrible Harry and The Secret Treasure
- Horrible Harry and The June Box
- Horrible Harry and The Scarlet Scissors
- Horrible Harry and The Stolen Cookie
- Horrible Harry and the Missing Diamond
- Horrible Harry and the Hallway Bully
- Horrible Harry and the Wedding Spies
- Horrible Harry and the Top Secret Hideout
- Horrible Harry and the Birthday Girl
- Horrible Harry and the Battle of the Bugs
- Horrible Harry and the Field Day Revenge!
- Horrible Harry Says Goodbye
Song Lee's Own Adventures
The author, Suzy Kline, also wrote a spin-off series. These books focus on Harry's friend, Song Lee. They show her unique perspective and adventures.
- Song Lee and the Hamster Hunt
- Song Lee in Room 2B
- Song Lee and the Leech Man
- Song Lee and the "I Hate You" Notes
