Ben just did not want to go to school. He stirred his porridge round and round his plate.

You are a slow coach today teased Koana.

Yes you are. Hurry up and eat your breakfast said Nan or you will be late for school.

But I hate porridge Ben replied.

Well get some corn flakes then said Nan. I don't mind what you eat she added but you need to eat fast!

As Ben shovelled corn flakes into his mouth he wondered if there was some way he could convince Nan he was sick.