Introducing The Worlds Greatest Underachiver & The Best Worst Summer Ever - Paperback, a funny and heartwarming middle-grade adventure starring Hank Zipzer. In this New York Times bestselling series entry, Hank faces summer school and discovers that learning can be full of surprises. Written for kids who enjoy goofy misadventures and real friendship, this story blends humor with meaningful lessons in a friendly, uplifting tone.

The book is written in Hank's breezy, witty voice, with short chapters and punchy scenes that keep things moving. You'll follow Hank as he stumbles into a summer program that seems like torture but quickly reveals pockets of fun, clever teachers, and a crew of loyal friends. The experience feels like joining a summer camp where everyday moments become adventures and every mishap carries a lesson.

Across these pages, you’ll meet Hank’s loyal pals, a few quirky teachers, and a town that feels like home. The setting—sunny days, playful challenges, and a summer full of mischief—becomes the backdrop for a journey about friendship, resilience, and discovering that school is more than worksheets.

• Hank Zipzer's hilarious misadventures in a summer school setting
• Relatable friendships and family moments
• Lessons that show learning happens beyond textbooks
• Breezy, fast-paced storytelling with short chapters
• Warm, hopeful tone that appeals to reluctant readers
• Part of a New York Times bestselling series loved by fans

After finishing The Worlds Greatest Underachiver & The Best Worst Summer Ever - Paperback, readers will feel inspired to approach school with curiosity and humor, cherishing friendship and creativity. The story leaves them with a hopeful mindset that learning can be an adventure—even when it starts as the “worst summer ever.”