Summer School! What Genius Thought That Up? #8 (Hank Zipzer) (Paperback)

by Henry Winkler (Author), Lin Oliver (Author), Jesse Joshua Watson (Illustrator) "Disgusting!" I groaned to my sister, Emily..." (more)
Key Phrases: spirit gum, gym socks, Papa Pete, Albert Einstein, Principal Love (more...)

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Product Description
Summer school are two words in the English language that Hank Zipzer doesn’t want to learn. But there’s no getting out of this one for Hank—summer school, here he comes! Will Hank have to spend the summer bored to death inside a sweltering classroom, or will he actually learn a cool lesson or two?

About the Author
Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver live in Los Angeles, California.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap (April 21, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0448437392
• ISBN-13: 978-0448437392
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.1 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #197,729 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for boys and girls!, February 4, 2008

By	kc9kristi12 (Michigan) - See all my reviews

Initially, I was hesitant to buy this book; I was unfamiliar with the series and knew that books by actors-turned-writers aren't always quality literature. After reading it, I am so thankful I decided to buy! This fast-paced book is great for boys or girls alike, it will keep them laughing and leave them feeling like Hank is a friend of theirs. The book handles Hank's learning disability with understanding, yet never one time begs for compassion from the reader. A great book to use to introduce learning disabilities/dyslexia to your child or class!

5.0 out of 5 stars My 9 year old loves it, June 28, 2008

By	Nathalie Laurent (Tolland, CT USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

My son loves the serie. And this is quite surprising, given that he comes from years of reading challenges. The fact that Hank -the main character- has learning challenges, but lives a rather exciting life in fourth grade, with his friends and family, has probably a lot to do with it. I personally like to sarcastic, realistic and hopeful undertone of the book, which is much like my son's psyche.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great book!, May 13, 2007

By	Sheila W. Foy "Sheila Foy" (Lexington, KY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is another winner from Henry Winkler! Very realistic, and funny. My son (10 years old) loves these books. This one is great because it reminds my son of the year he had to go to summer school. Very enjoyable to read together!

We love Hank Zipzer!