Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Post 1: Why I Read

I wouldn't exactly call myself an avid reader, but I do enjoy reading.  I love being transported into another reality and using my imagination to create characters in my mind. Books have the ability to change my perspective on certain topics, for better or worse, and increase comprehension and vocabulary. Another reason I love to read is because some of my fondest memories include reading. When I was younger, my dad and I would read one Berenstain Bears book every night before going to bed. I still have several of the books in my room and every day I look at them and am reminded of those times. My reading goal this school year is to read at least 20 minutes a day and read at least 6 books I thoroughly enjoy.

One reading habit I have is to always have a book I'm reading on my Kindle app on my phone. Whenever I'm bored or don't have my current book with me, I take out my phone and start reading. The book I have been reading has been on my phone for at least a year, and I don't think I'm halfway done yet.