Palmer has always been a good reader. He really likes to push himself so he is always trying to read harder books. He brought home a "Diary of a Wimpy Kid," book the other day that our neighbor lent him to read. I tried to talk him out of reading this book as it is a 5th grade book and Palmer is in 1st grade. I really want him to keep liking reading and I felt that if he got frustrated he wouldn't want to read. Boy do I not know my son. He was bent on finishing this book. Everywhere he went he brought the book with him. His teacher told me he asked if he could stay in from recess to read (he ADORES recess). He finished a 200 plus page book in three days. I was worried how he would do on the test (Advanced Reading test) since he went so fast. He got 9 out of 10. Are you kidding me? Why do I ever doubt this boy, he is a go getter. I couldn't be prouder of him.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Palmer and Reading
Palmer has always been a good reader. He really likes to push himself so he is always trying to read harder books. He brought home a "Diary of a Wimpy Kid," book the other day that our neighbor lent him to read. I tried to talk him out of reading this book as it is a 5th grade book and Palmer is in 1st grade. I really want him to keep liking reading and I felt that if he got frustrated he wouldn't want to read. Boy do I not know my son. He was bent on finishing this book. Everywhere he went he brought the book with him. His teacher told me he asked if he could stay in from recess to read (he ADORES recess). He finished a 200 plus page book in three days. I was worried how he would do on the test (Advanced Reading test) since he went so fast. He got 9 out of 10. Are you kidding me? Why do I ever doubt this boy, he is a go getter. I couldn't be prouder of him.
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My boys are not readers, it is a huge thing to get them to pick up a book. The Diary of a Wimpy kid books, and Fabelhaven are the exception. They read them in a week, and get good scores on the Ar test. I love when a book is that good.
Me too! Way to go Palmer!
Katie-I love that too. It is always fun when kids find the joy of reading. Maria! How fun to have you comment! Palmer thought it was awesome that his teacher commented on our blog. Thanks for taking the time to do it!
Have you read "Diary of a Wimpy Kid?" You would understand his dedication if you did. You should. They're hilarious. I have them and can bring them home for you if you would like. If I can rip them out of my students hands. :)
It must be a way good book. I might have to read it!
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