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[stevesbabygirl]

Did you know that I taught myself to read when I was 4 years old? I used to take books out to my dad and asked what sounds the letters made. I used to love reading when I was little. My grandma would take me to the store to buy toys, but I always wanted books. When I was in kindergarten, they sent me to 2nd grade for reading. When I was in 2nd

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[mom2six]

Why in the world wouldn't the teacher let you read what you wanted to read? I think that is why so many kids absolutely hate reading. I had classes where they made me read things that I couldn't even understand so always hated reading. I was not good at English/reading classes. I let my girls read whatever they want to read for homeschooling as long as it is challenging.

[stevesbabygirl]

She wanted me to read more advanced books, and I was mad that she wouldn't let me read what I wanted.

[jenniferinclyde]

I hate stories of someone changing a kids view on reading! I understand making you read the required stuff TOO - but I think kids should be encouraged to read as much as they can (I used to get in trouble sometimes for reading too much - under the covers with a flashlight...I guess I understand that I needed sleep - but it still seems funny to me!)

[stevesbabygirl]

If anything, teachers are supposed to foster a love of reading.

[rancid13]

That sucks your teacher had an effect on your love of reading. I've always loved reading. When I was in HS I was in a different English lit class than my BFF and they had to read stuff like 1984 and The Jungle and I was bummed that we didn't get those books assigned, so I read them in my free time in addition to the required reading for my class. If there was ever any class I got good grades in, it had to do with English lit, essay writing, or any sector of English.

[stevesbabygirl]

Big Brother is watching :D.

[aciss]

LOL @ BSC! I was soo addicted to that series before and read them even when I was way beyond that reading level :)

[stevesbabygirl]

Those books were awesome!