From the [UK] Guardian, Telegraph, Independent and BBC:

Actor Henry Winkler, better known as “The Fonz” from “Happy Days,” joined British schools secretary Ed Balls at events to encourage children’s reading and recognize reading teachers.

Winkler is lead author of the Hank Zipzer series of children’s novels. The books are inspired by his experiences growing up with undiagnosed dyslexia. Said Winkler:

“I was told I was stupid, lazy and not living up to my potential most of my life. And, when you’re younger and you’re told that, you believe it. It’s part of your self-image.

“Just because we learn differently, that does not mean that we are not incredibly smart human beings. That’s something I need every child to understand.”

(Winkler and Balls, above, Independent photo.)

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