Cynthia Rylant

In the winter Henry and his big dog Mudge play in the snow, share a family Christmas dinner, and gather around a crackling winter fireplace.

Henry and his big dog Mudge celebrate Henry's birthday with a piñata, a lively birthday party, and a cake shaped like a fish tank, making May first the best day ever.

Henry is excited when his Uncle Jake builds him a tree house but worries that his dog Mudge will not be able to enjoy it with him.

Henry and his big dog Mudge attend a family reunion.

Henry and his dog Mudge tangle with a grumpy goose when they visit a farm.

Mr. Putter and Mrs. Teaberry bring Tabby and Zeke to the library for a special storytime.

A little boy gives Valentines out to friends and family.

To relieve the boredom of a long, hot summer, Mr. Putter and his cat Tabby join their fun-loving neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, and her mischievous dog Zeke on an adventurous sightseeing boat cruise.

When Henry and his dog Mudge go with Henry's parents to visit Great-Grandpa Bill in the home with lots of other grandpas, they lead them all on a wonderful adventure.

In the autumn Henry and his big dog Mudge watch the leaves turn, meet with some Halloween spooks, and share Thanksgiving dinner.