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THE FIRST INTRODUCTION
Growing up in a Spanish speaking family I was introduced to the English language in Kindergarten. As a young boy I was not exposed to books or letters in English. This was my first introduction to the English alphabet. -
SPANISH BOOKS
During my first years of Elementary School, my mother read Spanish books to me. Cordoroy is one of the the my favorite Spanish books. -
LEARNING THE BASICS
During the second grade I started reading my first English book on my own. -
IMPROVING ON READING SKILLS
As I entered the 6th grade, my reading skills were coming along so I was expected to read chapter books. One of my first series I read is GooseBumps -
READING CHALLENGES
Once I felt comfortable reading chapter books, I was introduced to English Literature books. I struggled with the old English writing, but that experienced helped me improve as a reader. -
HIGH SCHOOL YEARS
Even though English is not my primary language I built a strong foundation to read History text books, Science text books, etc... -
AFTER HIGH SCHOOL
I did not attend college right after, so I was not obligated to read. I didn't interact much with book, how ever the one thing I enjoy reading is the local news paper. -
COLLEGE YEARS
My passion for reading returned when I enrolled into college at the age of 28. I enjoy reading the book Empire of Illusions. -
INTEREST IN SOCIAL ISSUES
A part of being educated and informed revolves around staying up to date with social events. I have developed a habit to read news articles or online articles that provide daily news around the world. -
THE PRESENT
I certainly have made literature an essential part of my life, whether it be as a hobby or for academic purposes I enjoy reading and as a future teacher I hope I have a positive influence on my students when it comes to reading.