Hooper Humperdink...? Not Him!

From Alice and Abe to Zeb and Zipper, an alphabetical array of guests turns out for the biggest birthday party ever. But Hooper Humperdink isn't on the guest list! Will he be able to join in the fun before it's all over?

It's time for the grandest, most spectacular birthday party ever! There's ice-cream and hot dogs and strawberry soda and everyone's invited - except Hooper Humperdink! But some parties are too good for anyone to miss...

Written by Dr. Seuss for children on the threshold of reading, this story introduces simple stories and concepts to help the youngest child make important connections between word and picture.

By combining the funniest stories, craziest creatures and zaniest pictures with his unique blend of rhyme, rhythm and repetition, Dr. Seuss makes reading fun!