10 Reasons of Reading!!
10 Reasons of Reading!! 1. Reading is rewarding. It brings pleasure and knowledge. 2. Reading builds a mature vocabulary. The more you read, the more words you learn. 3. Reading makes you a better writer. We learn to write by reading. We must write like readers and read like writers. 4. Reading is hard, and "hard" is necessary. "We must keep our students from learning helplessness by emphasizing the necessity and beauty of hard work." (Page 23) 5. Reading makes you smarter. Research supports that students who read frequently, perform well academically. "The more you read, the smarter you'll become, and the smarter you become, the more likely you'll remain sharp in your golden years." (Page 27) 6. Reading prepares you for the world of work. Reading is the most basic of skills necessary for today's work force, especially in this 21st century. 7. Reading well is financially rewarding. Students "need to learn that their academic behavior toda...