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Childhood
Even though my mom knew little English, she made sure my siblings and I had picture books around the house growing up. -
Mother
When I was young, my mom would not let me play until I read at least 30 minutes. She'd always wait to ask me questions about what I had read so she knew I wasn't pretending to read. -
Library
My first public library card! I enjoyed attending the read-out-loud. I looked forward to checking out a new picture book. -
Plays
Elementary: After finishing a book (can't recall the name), we turned it into a play and acted it out. We used props and dressed up. Parents came to see. Something I'd use with my future students -
Reading Logs
Middle School: Reading logs were a big part of homework. Had to write a summary/thoughts about what I had read each night. -
A Series of Unfortunate Events
6th grade: My biggest accomplishment was reading through all 13 books of this series. One of the first books I read that stuck with me. -
Popcorn Reading
The one reading activity that I will always remember. I would be so nervous and scared to get called on. It made me want to follow along as we read as a class. -
Sister
I admired my older sister reading 24/7. She always seemed so into her reading. Eventually, she was the one that recommended I read for fun not just for school. -
James Patterson
Discovered him in high school. He's my go-to author when I want to pleasure read. -
AP English
High School: Biggest accomplish was being enrolled in AP English. Many reading components and tips for being a successful reader stuck with me from this course.
