The World’s Worst Teachers

What do our readers think of The World’s Worst Teachers? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find the short stories very funny, especially the outrageous teachers, silly jokes and Tony Ross’s lively illustrations. Some children think the stories become repetitive or predictable, and a few feel that not every joke lands.

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What is The World’s Worst Teachers about?

Get ready to meet the world’s most terrible teachers in this hilarious collection by David Walliams! From the monstrous Dr Dread to the furious Miss Seethe and the petrified Pent, these ten teachers are more dreadful than you could ever imagine. Packed with laugh-out-loud moments and brilliant illustrations by Tony Ross, this book is perfect for anyone who has ever wondered what truly awful teachers might be like!

About the author

David Walliams is a much-loved British author best known for his funny and imaginative books for children, such as 'Gangsta Granny' and 'The World's Worst Children.' His stories are filled with adventure, humour, and unforgettable characters, making reading fun for everyone. David is also known for entertaining families on television.

Discussion ideas around The World’s Worst Teachers

What makes a teacher terrible?: The teachers in the book are exaggerated in very different ways. Which qualities make one of them especially dreadful, and why?

Funny or too far?: Some of the jokes are silly, disgusting or shocking. Which kinds of humour work best in the book, and are there any that might make a reader uncomfortable?

The tables turn: How do the stories play with the idea that children are usually the ones who get into trouble at school?

Real teachers and story teachers: Why might an author make teachers seem much worse than they are in real life, and what would happen if a school really had teachers like these?

Illustrations that add mischief: How do Tony Ross’s illustrations change the way you imagine the teachers and their behaviour?