I've said it before and I'll say it again: Good writers READ.
This week, I'm focused on reminding myself to find time to read -- something difficult for me right now since I'm back in the classroom full time. No, wait.
If my freshman and sophomores can read material from 8 daily classes, and be in sports, find time for friends, etc., why can't I find the time to read one book at a time (in between only 5 classes and a study hall)?
I don't allow excuses from students. So I won't make any for myself. I'll get my homework done.
Now, how?
1. Set aside specific time for reading - I have a long lunch break that will suffice.
2. Have a "to read" book list ready and waiting. At Bat: Hunger Games. On Deck: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (yes, I've yet to read it!)
3. Set a due date for each book. I'm giving myself two weeks per book.
4. Have a reward/penalty system. If I complete the task, I get to buy a new book at my local independent bookstore, The Reader's Loft. If I don't, I have to admit it to all of you on my blog. I'll check back in about 6 weeks (three books) to let you know how I did.
Wanna know my top 3 "to read" list right now?
1. Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins (reading it this week in honor of Banned Books Week)
2. Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney
3. Moon Over Manifest by Clare Vanderpool
Cheer me on! Post your comments below.
This week, I'm focused on reminding myself to find time to read -- something difficult for me right now since I'm back in the classroom full time. No, wait.
If my freshman and sophomores can read material from 8 daily classes, and be in sports, find time for friends, etc., why can't I find the time to read one book at a time (in between only 5 classes and a study hall)?
I don't allow excuses from students. So I won't make any for myself. I'll get my homework done.
Now, how?
1. Set aside specific time for reading - I have a long lunch break that will suffice.
2. Have a "to read" book list ready and waiting. At Bat: Hunger Games. On Deck: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (yes, I've yet to read it!)
3. Set a due date for each book. I'm giving myself two weeks per book.
4. Have a reward/penalty system. If I complete the task, I get to buy a new book at my local independent bookstore, The Reader's Loft. If I don't, I have to admit it to all of you on my blog. I'll check back in about 6 weeks (three books) to let you know how I did.
Wanna know my top 3 "to read" list right now?
1. Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins (reading it this week in honor of Banned Books Week)
2. Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney
3. Moon Over Manifest by Clare Vanderpool
Cheer me on! Post your comments below.