Harry's Mad

$6.99 US
RH Childrens Books | Yearling
48 per carton
On sale Jul 22, 1997 | 9780679886884
Age 6-9 years
Reading Level: Lexile 840L | Fountas & Pinnell P
Sales rights: US, Opn Mkt (no CAN)
"Harry's parents and friends think he's crazy because he acts out the rich fantasies of his 10-year-old imagination. And when his eccentric American uncle dies and leaves Harry a parrot named Madison (Mad), they're convinced of it. A believable, satisfying animal fantasy, with memorable characterizations and playful humor...a sprightly read-aloud."--Publishers Weekly
  • WINNER | 1991
    California Young Reader Medal
  • NOMINEE | 1991
    Illinois Rebecca Caudill Young Readers Award

About

"Harry's parents and friends think he's crazy because he acts out the rich fantasies of his 10-year-old imagination. And when his eccentric American uncle dies and leaves Harry a parrot named Madison (Mad), they're convinced of it. A believable, satisfying animal fantasy, with memorable characterizations and playful humor...a sprightly read-aloud."--Publishers Weekly

Awards

  • WINNER | 1991
    California Young Reader Medal
  • NOMINEE | 1991
    Illinois Rebecca Caudill Young Readers Award