How long does it take to read Herman the Helper?
Herman the Helper by Robert Kraus takes about 35 minutes to read at 250 words a minute.
About 35 minutes
An evening's read
First published 1973. 32 pages, about 8,800 words. Written for children.
2 days at 30 minutes a day
Estimate based on 275 words per page.
At other speeds
| Slow, 150 words a minute | 59 minutes |
| Average, 250 words a minute | 35 minutes |
| Fast, 400 words a minute | 22 minutes |
The page count is the median across 12 editions, so your copy may differ. How we calculate.
About the book
Herman the helpful octopus is always willing to assist anyone who needs his help--old or young, friend or enemy.
Subjects: Fiction, Octopuses, Brotherliness, Helpfulness, Children's stories, Fraternidad