tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427303902639298441.post3203773792566618691..comments2009-09-15T19:22:09.338-07:00Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12624871760177836653noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427303902639298441.post-78414333303344545882009-09-15T19:22:09.338-07:002009-09-15T19:22:09.338-07:00Nancy, I too don't understand why reading is considered punishment. I would expect parents to applaud our efforts to help their children become well read, more articulate, more aware.... Not so. Maybe we've gone about it the wrong way. Recently I've decided to pitch reading as enjoyable (Crazy, I know). "Read for enjoyment," I say! I don't really care what it is at first--just turn off the television and READ! And guess what--they are! We shared our books last week, and I got all kinds of books. I've caught kids reading in the hall (What?!?!) and when they finish their assignments (Instead of talking?!?!). I don't know how long we can sustain this enthusiasm, but I'm happy to be able to say, "How's the Life of Pi coming? What's going on in Persuasion?" Maybe I'm on to something around here...Thanks for your ideas. 'Can't wait to read some of your recommendations. -Jeanne Foust, MHBSJeannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03103216974810768122noreply@blogger.com