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The Worst Class Trip Ever — Content Guide for Parents

By Dave BarryDisney-Hyperion2019-03-12ISBN 9781368040594224 pages
The Worst Class Trip Ever

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

In this hilarious novel, written in the voice of eighth-grader Wyatt Palmer, Dave Barry takes us on a class trip to Washington, DC. Wyatt, his best friend, Matt, and a few kids from Culver Middle School find themselves in a heap of trouble-not just with their teachers, who have long lost patience with them-but from several mysterious men they first meet on their flight to the nation's capital. In a fast-paced adventure with the monuments as a backdrop, the kids try to stay out of danger and out of the doghouse while trying to save the president from attack-or maybe not.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Worst Class Trip Ever appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book includes menacing characters that threaten and chase children, possible terrorists kidnapping students, and a child being shot at by missiles. Additionally, there are instances of broken bones in collisions and a child hurling a sharp hunting weapon. The book is described as funny and suspenseful without a menacing edge. It features action and excitement appropriate for the target age group, with no genuinely frightening content.

  • Does The Worst Class Trip Ever have violence?

    The book includes menacing characters that threaten and chase children, possible terrorists kidnapping students, and a child being shot at by missiles. Additionally, there are instances of broken bones in collisions and a child hurling a sharp hunting weapon.

  • Does The Worst Class Trip Ever have scary content?

    The book is described as funny and suspenseful without a menacing edge. It features action and excitement appropriate for the target age group, with no genuinely frightening content.

  • Does The Worst Class Trip Ever have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The search results reference the author's background and personal beliefs, which are not relevant to the book's content.

  • Does The Worst Class Trip Ever have racial/cultural content?

    There are no explicit racial themes or discussions in the book. The narrative focuses on a comedic adventure without addressing race as a central theme.

  • Does The Worst Class Trip Ever have profanity?

    The book contains no foul language. While some reviews mention mild language, they do not indicate the presence of profanity in the text.

  • Does The Worst Class Trip Ever have climate change?

    There are no climate themes or environmental discussions in the book. The narrative centers around a class trip and comedic misadventures without addressing climate issues.

  • Does The Worst Class Trip Ever have sexual identity?

    The book contains no sexual content. Although some search results mention sexual innuendo in unrelated contexts, they do not pertain to the book itself.

  • Does The Worst Class Trip Ever have gender roles?

    The book features a character described as a 'hot eighth-grade girl' who is resourceful and capable, but it does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The portrayal of this character does not indicate a thematic exploration of gender roles.

  • Does The Worst Class Trip Ever have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book. The search results mention a 'hot girl' character but do not indicate any LGBTQ+ representation or themes.