“This book reflects a lot of us. Especially me.”
—student in Mrs. Evan’s class
Did you know 65% of 4th graders in the US read below grade level? Learning to read can be frustrating. But it can also be fun. I Hate Reading by Beth Bacon validates the experience of reluctant readers and rewards them with laughter.
TEACHERS RECOMMEND I HATE READING
“I teach 3rd grade and I have a little boy who started the year hating to read. I found your book. This morning it was waiting for him. He loved it and even read it to the class.”
— C.S., Teacher
“The humor is just as much for teachers as it is for the students.”
— Chris H., Teacher
“So, I ordered this for my Kindle and just read it. I laughed and thought, yeah, this is certainly some of my kiddos in my classroom. If you have ever experienced a child who is pretending to read, then you should really read this book.”
— T., Teacher
“As someone who has worked extensively in classrooms, I have come to learn that some kids learn better through humor. This book emphasizes that. A delightful read that will have even anti-readers laughing from beginning to end.”
— I. H. S., Teacher
KIDS LOVE I HATE READING
“SO HILARIOUS!”
—Cassie, age 9
“Good tips for when you just don’t feel like reading.”
—Mason, age 9
“I love reading and I love your book.”
—Andrew, grade 2
“Your book will work for my parents.”
—Christopher, grade 3
This book also comes in Dutch, by the name of LEZEN IS VOR LOSERS!
Can you guess what that means? If you’re ever in Holland, check it out.
