Book details
Holy Enchilada! #6 (Hank Zipzer)
Description
PS 87 is celebrating multicultural week with a 'Foods from Around the World' luncheon hosted by Ms. Adolf's class. Hank is excited to participate in the cooking event, preparing enchiladas. However, during the luncheon, Ms. Adolf experiences an intense reaction to a super-spicy dish and accuses the class of playing a prank, leading to a recess ban until the perpetrator confesses. Hank suspects his difficulty with measurements might have led to the extra spice in the dish and faces the dilemma of admitting his mistake to salvage recess for his classmates without facing severe punishment.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
160 pages
Book in series
#6
Why to read
- Relatable Themes: 'Holy Enchilada! #6 (Hank Zipzer)' deals with common challenges faced by children such as school projects, friendships, and family dynamics, making it a relatable and engaging read for young audiences.
- Positive Messages: The book imparts important life lessons about perseverance, problem-solving, and the value of teamwork, which can be beneficial for young readers' personal development.
- Humor and Entertainment: Henry Winkler infuses the story with humor and fun, ensuring that readers are not only learning but also enjoying the process of reading and engaging with the characters' adventures.
- Dyslexia Representation: The protagonist, Hank Zipzer, has dyslexia, and the series does an excellent job of portraying the challenges and strengths of someone with learning differences, providing representation and encouragement for readers who may share similar experiences.