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Barfing in the Backseat: How I Survived My Family Road Trip
Author Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver
Illustrator Jesse Joshua Watson
Country United States
Language English
Series Hank Zipzer
Genre Children's novel
Publisher Grosset & Dunlap
Publication date
2007
Media type Print (paperback)
Pages 151 pp
Preceded by The Curtain Went Up, My Pants Went Down 
Followed by Who Ordered This Baby? Definitely Not Me 

Barfing in the Backseat: How I Survived My Family Road Trip is an exciting and funny book for kids, written by famous actor Henry Winkler and talented author Lin Oliver. This book, released on July 5, 2007, is the twelfth adventure in the popular Hank Zipzer series. It's all about Hank's hilarious and sometimes messy family road trip!

About the Book

This book is part of the Hank Zipzer series, which tells the stories of Hank, a kid who thinks a little differently. The series is known for its humor and for showing how Hank deals with everyday challenges. Barfing in the Backseat is a great example of Hank's funny and relatable experiences.

What's the Story About?

Get ready for a wild ride with the Zipzer family! In this book, Hank and his family are heading out on a road trip. Their main goal is to go to a big crossword puzzle tournament and then visit a super fun roller coaster park in North Carolina.

But things quickly get tricky for Hank. He accidentally leaves his important vacation homework packet at a motel. This homework is from his teacher, Mrs. Adolf, and it's super important! Hank and his best friend, Frankie, decide they have to get the homework back. They try to do it without Hank's dad, Mr. Zipzer, finding out. Will they succeed, or will this road trip turn into an even bigger adventure than they planned? You'll have to read to find out!

Meet the Authors

The Hank Zipzer series is special because it's co-written by Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver. Henry Winkler is an actor famous for playing "The Fonz" on the TV show Happy Days. He also has dyslexia, just like Hank Zipzer in the books. This helps him understand Hank's experiences and make the stories feel real and encouraging for kids who learn in different ways. Lin Oliver is also a successful author and producer, and together they create these wonderful, funny stories.

The Hank Zipzer Series

The Hank Zipzer series follows the life of Hank, a smart and creative kid who often finds himself in funny situations because of his learning differences. Each book is a new adventure, showing Hank trying to solve problems, make friends, and navigate school and family life. The series is loved by many readers because it's full of humor and shows that it's okay to be different.

Why Read This Book?

If you love funny stories, family adventures, and characters who always find themselves in a bit of a pickle, then Barfing in the Backseat is for you! It's a quick and entertaining read that will make you laugh. Plus, it shows how Hank learns to solve problems and deal with unexpected challenges, which can be inspiring for anyone.

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