Why Read?

Why is READING important?

“It’s summertime Ms. Adrean, why should we read?”

“Why read? Well, let me tell you why you should read” replied Ms. Adrean 

Reading is a fundamental skill!  In order to function in today’s society, you must be able to expand your mind and develop your imagination…reading will help you do this. The more you read the more educated you become.  It is how you learn and discover new things.  It also helps to develop your creative side, even if you don’t think you have that side. Reading is fundamental in developing a positive self-image and strong communication skills.  It forces you to use your brain and believe it or not, it is enjoyable. 

 

I encourage you to make the time this summer to read!

Below is a “Bookshelf” your teachers have created for you just in case you struggle with choosing a book.  Can you guess which teacher suggested which book?

“How to Win friends and Influence People” –Dale Carnegie

“The Greek Way” –Edith Hamilton

“The Fault in Our Stars” –John Green

“Everyday” –David Levithan

“Ancient Rome” –Robert Payne

“My Sister’s Keeper” –Jodi Picoult

The Divergent Series

“Divergent, Insergent & Allegiant” -Veronica Roth

“Lone Survivor” –Marcus Luttrell

“Looking for Alaska” –John Green

“Code Name Verity” –Elizabeth Wein

“Cinder” –Marissa Meyer

“This is What Happy Looks Like” –Jennifer Smith

“11/22/63” –Stephen King

“The Glass Castle” -Jeannette Walls

"Sense and Sensibility" -Jane Austen

"Eleanor and Park" -Rainbow Rowell

"The Circle" -Dave Eggers

"The more you read, the more things you will know.  The more that you learn, the more places you'll go."  

-Dr. Seuss, "I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!"