📚James has dyslexia and struggles with spelling and reading.
📝He purposely misspells words as a joke to cover up his spelling difficulties.
📖James discovered audiobooks as a way to enjoy reading.
🍕Despite getting the most questions right in the Battle of the Books competition, James and his partner did not win the pizza party.
🎧James recommends LibriVox.org for free audiobooks.
Does James have dyslexia?
—Yes, James has dyslexia, which affects his spelling and reading abilities.
Why does James purposely misspell words?
—James purposely misspells words as a joke to cover up his spelling difficulties and avoid having his mistakes pointed out.
How did James overcome his reading difficulties?
—James discovered audiobooks, which allowed him to enjoy reading and understand the content more easily.
Did James win the Battle of the Books competition?
—No, although James and his partner got the most questions right, they did not win the pizza party.
Where can I find free audiobooks?
—James recommends checking out LibriVox.org for free public domain audiobooks.
00:00James reflects on his struggles with spelling and reading, including his dyslexia and speech impediment.
03:30James shares stories from his elementary school experiences, including failed spelling tests and speech therapy.
06:20James discusses his love for audiobooks and how they helped him enjoy reading.
06:57James recounts his participation in the Battle of the Books competition.
07:26Despite getting the most questions right, James and his partner did not win the pizza party.
