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Hank Zipzer: The Pizza Party

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I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was a cute book for young readers. Hank is funny and I really liked his sister, too.

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this was a good children's novel, the characters were good and I really enjoyed reading this. I look forward to more in the series.

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Great story for kids to enjoy. It was age appropriate with a fun story line. It was a reasonable length that my kids could read it within a couple days.

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Thank you NetGally and Candlewick Press for a digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Description
An out-of-control pizza party. A lizard-feeding mishap. An overdue school project. What could go wrong? The world’s greatest underachiever is back!

Hank Zipzer has a few tips for hosting an epic pizza party. No parents at home? Check. Pizza and ice cream galore? Accomplished. Friends invited? Check. History homework finished? Er, not quite. And Hank may have forgotten his vow never to pet-sit a lizard — especially a live-locusts-and-mealworms-eating one. Can Hank get his big project done before tomorrow, or will one disaster lead to another? Well, if history is any guide, the answer is pretty obvious. . . . The amiable character originated by Henry Winkler — inspired by his own childhood — returns in a comical adventure set in a font designed to boost readability for kids with dyslexia.

A series created by Henry Winkler where the font was designed to boost readability for kids with dyslexia is amazing! I think the theme of the story seems suitable for the age range - I know my 7 year old granddaughter would love it. The narrative is good. Character development spot on. Kudos for creating a series of books aimed for those with a reading disability!

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Another installment of the Hank Zipzer saga, albeit with a different author than the original Winkler and Oliver. Geared toward middle to upper elementary grades and will be relatable to students who struggle with traditional school work such as reports and presentations. This book will not be as engaging if students are not familiar with the Hank and friends from earlier books in the series. Not a bad follow-up on author Baker’s part, but still feels “off” from the Winkler/Oliver voice and tone. Acceptable addition to a school library that needs mid-t0-upper level chapter books, but not a stand-out book in the series.

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