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Learning my ABCs
The first step in my reading journey was learning the ABCs, and later how to write the letters. -
Reading Short Stories
I remember reading short stories, like Dr. Seuss books or the Junie B. Jones series in first grade. These books were my first intros to reading. -
Spelling Lists
My first memory of getting spelling words is in second grade. My sister or parents helped me study. -
Grammar Lessons
I remember learning about plurals, word endings, types of words, and possessives throughout elementary and middle school. -
Publishing Books
In elementary, we had to write and illustrate a story. They were published and turned into hard copy books. I included this because I had so much fun with it. -
Writing Poems
I remember learning about different types of poems and writing my own. I did not enjoy it and I still don't to this day. -
Chapter Books
I remember reading long chapter books and learning about the elements of a story, which helped me understand and predict what was happening. -
Book Projects/ Reports
I remember the first time I had to complete a project about a book, and having a lot of fun with it. At this time, I always looked forward to doing the assignments and projects for the novels we read. -
Book Clubs
I joined a book club in middle school, which exposed me to all sorts of great books. I enjoyed reading in my free time. -
Book Recommendations
In high school and college, my friends recommended amazing books to me and heightened my love and interest in reading.
