I can already tell that I will not be selling this book back. It seems to be a great resource we as teachers should have on hand with us to revert back to for ideas as well as a teaching tool for our classrooms. Chapter 1 was very interesting and mainly focused on living literature. There are many ways that we can make sure our students live literature everyday while in our class. If for example we have a child that is not a strong reader, and may not like reading, we can bring in books that have different types of subject matter that would engage the minds of each student in the class, not just focusing on one set of book types. Basically be diverse with the books you have on hand. Maybe one child may be really in to music, so you can get a few books that are more about music and different types of music. Set up an area in your room for a reading center and fill it with all sorts of neat books that you feel the kids might enjoy. The chapter touched on beliefs. Believing in children, literacy, and professional development. I personally believe as a future teacher that I can and yes, should teach kids to love to read. Reading is one of the most wonderful ways to learn new things as well as take your mind on a type of adventure. I also believe in children. I believe that any child can learn and learn to read no matter what the circumstance as long as they are willing, and have someone willing to spend that time teaching them. I completely agree with literacy in general. I love reading and love books, I think your mind is challenged when reading certain books and you can always learn new things from books. And finally I am on board with professional development. I think it is important for teachers to be up to date with the latest resources and procedures for teaching as well as any other tools they would need to do the best possible job as an educator. You can never have enough knowledge, it's good to keep learning. The mind is a sponge waiting to absorb all sorts of knowledge! Have a great weekend everyone!
-Samantha
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