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Beverly Cleary, Illustr. Tracy Dockray

Henry Huggins

Beverly Cleary, Illustr. Tracy DockrayFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1950

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Essay Topics

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Discuss the 1950s setting of the novel. What elements or details in the text situate it at a specific time? Conversely, what elements of the narrative are timeless?

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Humor becomes a hallmark of Beverly Cleary’s later works. How does she incorporate humor into this narrative? What is the effect of humorous moments on the story arc as well as the individual character’s development?

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In what ways is Henry a typical third-grade boy? Conversely, what personality traits make him unique? How is he different from his peers?

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