Kind of a snoozer for me, although we do get a great definition of the word 'burly.' ( )

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 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

I have a lot of respect for Henry's mom. In some ways I want to be her, with a big porch & yard & trees, and long dresses and bare feet - but I don't want a huge slobbery dog, thank you. ( )

Uncle Jake visits Henry and Mudge. Uncle Jake built a tree house, but Mudge cant climb up. They discover that having a tree house is not fun without friends. The illustrations are made with water paint and ink. It is a realistic fiction story. ( )