Happy Tuesday, friends! Today's theme is sharing about our bookish memories, books that made an impression on you, events you have gone to, etc. To find out what our other bookish friends are doing for Top Ten Tuesday check out That Artsy Reader Girl.
Once upon a time there was a little girl who was not a good reader. Here parents did not have time to read with her and her father only had an 8th grade education, but was more on an elementary school level for reading and writing. That little girl was me. At the end of first grade I was below average of where I should be, at the end of second grade I was still below average, but my reading was average for the second grade, however at the end of third grade, I was above average and was reading in at a fourth grade reading level. So what changed? The difference is that I had good teachers who loved me and motivated me. My second grade teacher got me a reading tutor and really challenged me. That year I won first place in the second grade reading club for having read the most books. This was a huge accomplishment for me, and the prize was two books. I believe this is when my love of reading really started and took off. I was always an A/B student, but it wasn't because I was smart, I really had to work hard for those grades. Had it not been for my second grade teacher taking such an interest in me, I would have struggled more in school and would have stayed a poor reader. (Never under estimate the power of a good teacher) Fast forward to today and I still love to read.That teacher recognizing potential in me and helping me reach that potential is my number one favorite memory.
Passing on my love of reading and having two avid reading teenagers is another great bookish memory.
Having authors take time and comment on my reviews are always highlights of my day.
Having readers comment on my blogs and share my love of reading are also highlights.
This year I discovered a new love of audiobooks, which has been a bit of a life-changer. I now listen to audiobooks when I work out, walk, do laundry, etc. It has also been a great way to get more reading in 😀
A few books over the years that have really stuck with me:
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Thanks for sharing your bookish memories! Teachers really are so crucial in inspiring a love of reading, I'm glad you had a teacher who did that for you.
ReplyDeleteI am very thankful for my teacher. I was/am also a teacher and I have instilled a love of reading into my own kiddos and hopefully some of the others I have taught through the years :)
DeleteI love Goodnight moon. I often give it as a gift.
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I have given it as a gift as well :)
DeleteGood teachers like the ones you had are so important! What a gift they give to their students. :)
ReplyDeleteLark, I completely agree :)
DeleteNever underestimate the power of a good teacher - or audio books! I agree on The Great Alone. A powerful, sweeping epic. And who doesn't love Goodnight Moon? I used to read that to my kids at bedtime at least once a week when they were small.
ReplyDeleteKristine, I have read Goodnight moon so many times I have it memorized, LOL! I read it to my kiddos, my foster kiddos, and I have given it as gifts, it is a classic.
DeleteI love that your teacher took such a great interest in you and your reading education. How wonderful! Teachers can make such a difference in kids' lives. They should be making millions, not pennies :(
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Susan, I agree, teachers are seriously underpaid. So many others are as well. Looking forward to seeing what you did with this week's post!
DeleteI love that your teachers worked to encourage a love of reading for you! They can make a whole world of difference, and are so underappreciated for the life-changing effects they can have on children and young adults.
ReplyDeleteI agree, Leah, thanks for stopping by!
DeleteTeachers really are angels, aren’t they?
ReplyDeleteMy post is here— https://fiftytwo.blog/2021/11/30/ttt-bookish-confessions/
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Yes, most are :)
DeleteTeachers can be amazing in fostering a love of reading. I remember my third grade teacher reading us stories and that was huge.
ReplyDeleteDivergent has stuck with me too. And I love Goodnight Moon. Such a cozy feeling. :)
Greg, some teachers are amazing and go above and beyond!
DeleteThose are some wonderful, hard won bookish memories <3 I love love reading and hearing how books have changed peopless lives.
ReplyDeleteMe too, Verushka :)
DeleteYour story about your teacher who helped you almost makes me cry. I hope that you were able to tell her thank you for what she did for you. Teachers sometimes don't realize what a tremendous influence they are on children!
ReplyDeleteDeb, I am pretty sure I did say thank you, I had NEVER won anything and I can't remember books even being in my house, so it was a HUGE deal for me. Thanks for stopping by :)
DeleteThat's a great memory list. So lovely of that teacher to help you and to get you to where you are today. I haven't tried audio books. I am putting them off because I really need words to focus my attention 😂
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Emily-I can understand that. I love the audiobooks when I am driving, walking, doing laundry etc., stuff where I can't physically hold my books :)
DeleteIt's great to hear teachers doing what they do best and it's good that you've got a great teacher. I wish I had good teachers.
ReplyDeleteI'm not a fan of audio books but if I were, I probably would be reading more books instead of putting off reading.
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Hi Lissa, I was not a fan of them until I realized the company it could provide on my walks (they were 60 minutes each day!), so it was great company and a wonderful way to get more books in.
DeleteTeachers are so important for fostering a love of learning.
ReplyDeletePam @ Read! Bake! Create!
https://readbakecreate.com/unusual-books-i-read-in-high-school/
I agree, Pam.
DeleteWhat a moving story about how you became a reader. Teachers certainly can and do make a difference. I remember my youngest did not really click with reading til Gr. 4 and he had a male teacher who really got him motivated. I did the same for him as I did with my other 2, but it took him a bit longer. Some great books you shared as well. Will check them out.
ReplyDeleteThanks Beverley, sometimes it takes the right series to motivate kids, especially boys. For my son it was the Boxcar Children, I couldn't read them fast enough to my son (I did have other things to do, LOL), so he finally took off on reading them on his own!
DeleteWhat a wonderful memory of your teachers. That's so great that they took so much time and care to nurture your love of reading.
ReplyDeleteI am forever grateful, it has made a huge impact in my life.
DeleteThis is such an inspiring little post to a teacher. We work constantly on helping our kids' reading and reading habits improve. Reading little testimonies of this kind are a huge encouragement, especially when it sometimes feels we're going nowhere fast enough!
ReplyDeleteRisa, I completely understand. I used to teach in the school system as well. Teachers are not paid enough or in most cases, appreciated enough. It's a very hard job that is obviously done for the love of children! Thank you for teaching.
DeleteThat is such a great story. I'm glad you had a caring teacher that helped you find your love for reading.
ReplyDeleteKami, me too! I can't imagine where I would be otherwise!
DeleteCindy, that is such a precious memory/experience! What a wonderful series of first steps to the reader & reviewer you are today. Maybe this will encourage someone's child today!
ReplyDeleteAw, thanks Wren! I am truly thankful for the teacher taking such an interest in me :)
DeleteWhat a beautiful memory! Applause for all the AMAZING teachers out there who inspire their students daily. 😁
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting my TTT list.
Lectrice, yes, there are LOTS of amazing teachers out there! Have a great weekend.
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