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Hawthorne Elementary
One Book One School

After the holidays, Humphrey is shocked by a big surprise in Room 26—a new class pet! Humphrey tries to be welcoming, but Og the frog doesn’t seem to want to be friends. During class and the weekends at students’ houses, Humphrey helps to resolve friendship problems between his classmates and learns that friendship can be tricky, but if any hamster can become buddies with a frog, it’s Humphrey!

Let the pages turn as we embark on a shared journey
– One Book, One School – 
Together, we open the door to imagination, knowledge, and a community bound by the love of reading

How Parents Can Get Involved

Get The Book: A complimentary copy of the book will be sent home with the oldest child in your family after our kick-off assembly on Wednesday January 21st.

Read Together: Set aside dedicated time during the week to read Friendship According to Humphrey as a family. Enjoy the magical story of Humphrey and Og together. If weeknights are busy feel free to use the weekend to catch up on your reading.

Discuss and Engage: Encourage open discussions about the characters, plot, and themes of the book. Share your thoughts and reflections with your child. 

Benefits of Participation

Quality Time: Reading Friendship According to Humphrey as a family provides an opportunity for quality time and shared experiences.

Literacy Development: The novel’s rich narrative and engaging characters will enhance your child’s literacy skills while fostering a love for reading.

Community Building: Participating families will form a supportive reading community, strengthening connections between school and home. 

Chapter Calendar

Weekly Challenges

Week 1

 

Selfie Photo: Do you have a favorite spot you like to read Friendship According to Humphrey with your family? Submit your photo to Ms. Lloyd-Moffett via email: flloydmoffett@slcusd.org and then watch for your photo to be displayed on the bulletin board outside of the library.

Week 2

 

Cover Art: What do you think of the cover of the book? Using 8.5 x 11 inch paper, re-design the cover of the book as if you were the illustrator. Make sure to include the Title and author on the design of your cover. Designs can be dropped off at the library.

Week 3

 

Make your own hamster: Hamsters are a big deal. In this book and for our ecosystem! What have you learned about hamsters this month? Can you get creative and make a hamster yourself? Dig into the recycle bin and reuse! Drop off your hamster in the library with Ms. Lloyd-Moffett the week of Jan. 22-26th. There will be a special hamster meet up at recess on Friday!

Week 4

 

Diorama: Using a small box create a diorama (small model) about a scene from the story. It could be a favourite part of the book, all about one character, a collection of characters, the ideas are endless! Ms. Lloyd-Moffett will display your creations in the library for classes to admire.

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