Hooray for Harry

Oh No! Harry is beside himself. He can't remember where he left his favorite blanket and he can't sleep without it. With the help of his friends, Ted and Lulu, the animals retrace their steps and help find his beloved blanket. Kim Lewis has once again brought the delightful character of Harry, the elephant and his friends to life. Lewis' realistic depiction of the animals as soft plush toys that can be found in a child's room help convey the seriousness of the lost item. The illustrations done in colored pencil and pastels add a softness and create warm feeling to the story. With open-ended questions like 'Did you leave the blanket outside?', the reader, as well as, the characters can try to help Harry remember where the blanket could be. Both children and adults will enjoy reading this story together because the children will relate to Harry's predicament and delight in the conclusion of the story.