Discussion:
My Life as a Reader
This assignment is a reflection about yourself as a reader. The length of this assignment should be 4 pages, typed and double-spaced. Please address all of the following questions in addition to any other reflections you would like to share.
Describe any memories you have about being read to as a child.
• Who read to you?
• Where did you get books?
• What kinds of books do your remember liking?
• Where and when were you read to?
• What feelings do you recall when you think about being read to?
• Did you have any favorite books? If so, why do you think those were your favorites?
Describe any memories you have about being taught to read.(reading aloud and silent reading)
• Can you remember the way you were taught to read?
• What kind of books did you read during reading instruction?
• How did you feel about those books?
• Do you have any outstanding memory about any particular reading teacher or reading class?
• When you look back, how would you describe yourself as a reader?
• What feelings do you recall when you think about learning to read?
Describe any memories you have about reading on your own during childhood.
• Did you crave books? Why or why not?
• What kind of books did you read on your own?
• What books were your favorite and why?
• Where and when did you like to read?
• What feelings do you recall about reading on your own?
Describe yourself as a reader today.
• What kinds of books do you read?
• When, where, and how often do you read?
• Do you engage with anyone in reading or talking about books?
• What feelings do you have about reading today?