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Humphrey, a curious hamster, is unsettled when his beloved teacher, Mrs. Brisbane, does not show up for school. A mysterious supply teacher, Mr. E, steps into the classroom and brings excitement—yet questions arise about what has happened to the regular teacher. As the days progress, Humphrey takes it upon himself to investigate, gathering clues and working with classmates to solve the puzzle. With Halloween approaching, the tension builds until the final reveal, uncovering both the mystery and a lesson about trust and cooperation in a school setting.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Betty G. Birney
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