Henry Upside Down: Book 4

The fourth book in the Schneider Family Award and Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning series that follows Henry, a boy on the autism spectrum, as he navigates friendships, classroom conundrums, and the ups and downs of daily life as a sweet and sensitive first-grader.

It's Henry's turn to take care of the school garden. And his best friend, Katie, will help him. But then a new girl named Ivy joins their garden crew. Ivy tells jokes that make Katie laugh. She does handstands, just like Katie. Katie says Ivy is her friend. But Henry is Katie's friend! Suddenly, Henry's world feels upside down. Follow along as Henry learns to tend a garden, deal with a big box of worms, and maybe even make a new friend.

Readers of all kinds will delight in seeing the world through Henry's eyes in these gentle, classic-feeling stories, delivered with empathy and charm by the award-winning author-illustrator team of Jenn Bailey and Mika Song.

JUST RIGHT FOR BEGINNING READERS: With short chapters and simple text, this book is perfect for newly independent readers who are just moving on to longer books.

GREAT BACK-TO-SCHOOL READ: Perfect for any reader starting a new school year, the Henry series explores common school experiences in a gentle, funny, and encouraging way.

DIVERSE STORIES: Centering neurodivergent kids is vital to expanding diverse representation across books for all ages. The Henry series provides an excellent opportunity for kids on the autism spectrum and their friends to see themselves in the stories they read.

AWARD-WINNING CREATORS: Jenn Bailey and Mika Song received a Schneider Family Book Honor Award for Henry, Like Always, the first book in this series. See how the story continues in this addition to the classic-feeling early reader series!

Perfect for:

• Newly independent readers
• An excellent resource for parents of kids on the spectrum
• Librarians, teachers, and booksellers looking for a children's book that offers a window into the experience of autism
• A reassuring read for kids with varying levels of social anxiety
• Gift givers looking for a sweet and relatable book about trying new things

Author: Jenn Bailey
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 04/07/2026
Pages: 52
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 8.10h x 6.20w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9781797235998
Audience: Ages 9-12

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 2.7
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 557853 / Henry Upside Down


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 01/15/2026
Horn Book Magazine 03/01/2026 pg. 57
Booklist 04/01/2026

About the Author
Jenn Bailey is an author, editor, blue-ribbon pie baker, and eager traveler. She received her MFA from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. Born and raised in Rhode Island, she now calls Leawood, Kansas, home. Although her kids insisted on growing up, she and her husband, Kevin, still share their space with numerous cats and dogs.

Mika Song grew up in Manila, Philippines, and Honolulu, Hawaii. She moved to New York City to attend Pratt Institute and worked in animation before making children's books. She lives in New York City with her husband and daughter.