Inspired by the true life experiences of Henry Winkler, whose
undiagnosed dyslexia made him a classic childhood underachiever, the
Hank Zipzer series is about the high-spirited and funny adventures of a
boy with learning differences.
PS 87 is having multicultural week, and Ms. Adolf's class is putting on
a Foods From Around the World luncheon. Hank makes enchiladas, and at
the luncheon, Ms. Adolf piles her plate with lots of food. But after a
few bites, her face turns bright red-one of the dishes is super-spicy!
Ms. Adolf accuses someone of playing a mean practical joke and punishes
the entire class with no recess until the guilty party comes forward.
Hank realizes his trouble with numbers might have caused the
problem-what if he accidentally used three cups of peppers instead of
1/3 cup? Will Hank be able to get recess back for everyone without
getting detention for the rest of his life?
Illustrated by Carol Heyer.