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I picked up a Kindle about two years ago. I was heading on a trip and thought it would be better than taking along a couple of books.
In those two years, I've probably read more than I ever have in my life.
I enjoy reading all kinds of different books. When they are well-written, they truly do take you to different places. I'm of the idea now I'd rather read a book than see a movie.
Unfortunately, I don't know if reading is coming across to the next generation.
Most of the time, teachers tell students to read 20 minutes a night at home. I found out a couple of years ago, they can't actually assign that as homework (it would take time away from actual homework, I guess, was the reason), so they "recommend" reading.
For some (and a couple I know in my house), that means they can't be forced to read.
I don't get it. Using the Kindle or the Nook (I have both) makes it so easy to go from page-to-page.
I understand there's now beeps and whistles, but there can be so much more.
I guess it's a battle I won't give up.
Showing posts with label reading. Show all posts
Showing posts with label reading. Show all posts
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
You want an actual book?
Good Morning and, come on, who's really loving this humidity?
About a year ago, I purchased a Kindle. It's not one of those fancy ones with games and videos and more games. It's just a basic Kindle.
I found out I could 'rent' books through the library web site. Since I never remembered to bring books back to the library on time (I seriously had a $10 fine once) this was a great solution.
I've probably read more books in the last year than I had in the previous decade, so the Kindle has proved to be a wise investment.
Of course, when I first got it, the group at home was enamored with it. They all wanted to read books on the Kindle. It got to the point where I had schedule times each could use it. Once again, not a bad thing. They were reading, but it felt somehow different.
For Christmas, somebody was getting rid of a basic Nook for cheap. OK, I thought, perfect. I can keep my Kindle and they could use the Nook.
Worked great. We were reading. We were talking about the stories.
So, of course, I figured it would be easy to get through the school's summer reading lists.
"Hey guys," I said, "I downloaded some of your summer reading on the Nook."
"I want a real book or I'm not reading," said the 8-year old.
"I thought you liked reading on the touch screen."
"It's not the same," she said. "I want a real book or I'm not reading."
I thought those days were gone.
About a year ago, I purchased a Kindle. It's not one of those fancy ones with games and videos and more games. It's just a basic Kindle.
I found out I could 'rent' books through the library web site. Since I never remembered to bring books back to the library on time (I seriously had a $10 fine once) this was a great solution.
I've probably read more books in the last year than I had in the previous decade, so the Kindle has proved to be a wise investment.
Of course, when I first got it, the group at home was enamored with it. They all wanted to read books on the Kindle. It got to the point where I had schedule times each could use it. Once again, not a bad thing. They were reading, but it felt somehow different.
For Christmas, somebody was getting rid of a basic Nook for cheap. OK, I thought, perfect. I can keep my Kindle and they could use the Nook.
Worked great. We were reading. We were talking about the stories.
So, of course, I figured it would be easy to get through the school's summer reading lists.
"Hey guys," I said, "I downloaded some of your summer reading on the Nook."
"I want a real book or I'm not reading," said the 8-year old.
"I thought you liked reading on the touch screen."
"It's not the same," she said. "I want a real book or I'm not reading."
I thought those days were gone.
Monday, July 29, 2013
Phillies stink. Let's read
Good Morning and who wears a watch?
One thing I've found this summer is now that we can finally agree the Phillies stink, there is suddenly a lot more time to do other things.
Like read.
I must admit that over the last year or so, I've been a little lax in my reading. I used to go through a few books a summer. As the Phillies got better, though, I found myself doing less reading and more watching in the summer.
I would usually put the game on the radio or TV and then that would be it for the night. I guess I could have done both, but these were exciting times for us baseball fans. Gone were the years of ugly losses after ugly losses. We were contenders every year.
This year? Yeah, these are the Phillies I remember. I only wish there were a few ugly losses. Now, it's laughable.
On the bright side, though, I've rediscovered reading. I've gone through a new book about every two weeks (that's how long the library lets you keep them on the Kindle).
I've delved into a couple of different worlds. I've solved mysteries along with the police. I've learned about Darwin.
Sure, I've done other things. I check e-mail for special messages. I listen to music. I watch the birds and butterflies.
I also get caught up in spirited battles on Words With Friends.
OK, maybe it's not all productive.
One thing I've found this summer is now that we can finally agree the Phillies stink, there is suddenly a lot more time to do other things.
Like read.
I must admit that over the last year or so, I've been a little lax in my reading. I used to go through a few books a summer. As the Phillies got better, though, I found myself doing less reading and more watching in the summer.
I would usually put the game on the radio or TV and then that would be it for the night. I guess I could have done both, but these were exciting times for us baseball fans. Gone were the years of ugly losses after ugly losses. We were contenders every year.
This year? Yeah, these are the Phillies I remember. I only wish there were a few ugly losses. Now, it's laughable.
On the bright side, though, I've rediscovered reading. I've gone through a new book about every two weeks (that's how long the library lets you keep them on the Kindle).
I've delved into a couple of different worlds. I've solved mysteries along with the police. I've learned about Darwin.
Sure, I've done other things. I check e-mail for special messages. I listen to music. I watch the birds and butterflies.
I also get caught up in spirited battles on Words With Friends.
OK, maybe it's not all productive.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Rise and Shine --- Surprise!
Good Morning and welcome to a nice, warm Tuesday!
The oldest boy in the household has always been a little shy. He makes a lot of friends, but doesn't really talk about them.
Monday night, Garrettford Elementary school held it's annual Literacy Night. For a variety of reasons, we've never made it to this event, which is held every year.
It's basically to promote the reading of books, something that can become somewhat lost during these Internet times. While we make everybody in the house read a book once a day, I can understand how it can be pushed aside.
It's good the school was able to put together a fun night of reading with the students.
Well, anyway, when I talk to the boy about his friends it's usually a shrug of the shoulders or something like, 'We played.'
Little did I know he was a social animal.
We walked into the building and the principal took to the time out to pat him on the back and call him by name. Several teachers in the hallway did the same. Students walking past said hello. Those in the classroom looked up to to say 'Hi.'
Now, I like to goof around with him a lot. Most of the time he goofs right back. Sometimes, he's more serious.
I thought the serious side was always on during school hours.
It made me proud to see the other side.
The oldest boy in the household has always been a little shy. He makes a lot of friends, but doesn't really talk about them.
Monday night, Garrettford Elementary school held it's annual Literacy Night. For a variety of reasons, we've never made it to this event, which is held every year.
It's basically to promote the reading of books, something that can become somewhat lost during these Internet times. While we make everybody in the house read a book once a day, I can understand how it can be pushed aside.
It's good the school was able to put together a fun night of reading with the students.
Well, anyway, when I talk to the boy about his friends it's usually a shrug of the shoulders or something like, 'We played.'
Little did I know he was a social animal.
We walked into the building and the principal took to the time out to pat him on the back and call him by name. Several teachers in the hallway did the same. Students walking past said hello. Those in the classroom looked up to to say 'Hi.'
Now, I like to goof around with him a lot. Most of the time he goofs right back. Sometimes, he's more serious.
I thought the serious side was always on during school hours.
It made me proud to see the other side.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Rise and Shine --- What's in a book?
Good Morning and welcome to the election hangover day!
Yesterday's primary election day was a little bit different than the one last November. There were no lines yesterday. There were no FOX reports of fights. There was very little rhetoric. Of course, there were very few voters as well. Hey, at least the poll workers could get caught up on some reading.
Being a day late and a dollar short, here's a list of some light election reading to get you ready for the next one (don't worry what the book is actually about, just go by the titles):
ANGELS AND DEMONS: The Dan Brown bestseller (now another movie) would fit right in on election days. Just who are the Angels and Demons now that George Bush isn't around any more.
DEAD AND GONE, by Charlaine Harris: Speaking of George Bush...
LIBERTY AND TYRANNY, by Mark R. Levin: Once again, see above.
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE AND ZOMBIES, by Jane Austen and Seth Grahame-Smith: What better way can you say 'Beach Book.'
ODD HOURS, by Dean Koontz: Welcome to my world.
THE G-FREE DIET, by Elisabeth Hasselbeck: Well, it now appears anybody can get a book deal.
On that note, get ready to pick up these soon-to-be bestsellers (or just download them to your iPhone):
'Running in Sand' by Pat Burrell
'How to Clean Needles' by Roger Clemens (forward by Alex Rodriguez)
'Unlistenable Music' by Steve Perry
'How to Pull the Wool over America's Eyes' by Sean Hannity
Then again, this might have been the beginning of the end for reading:
If you have any cool links or photos, send them along to onlinedelco@gmail.com
Yesterday's primary election day was a little bit different than the one last November. There were no lines yesterday. There were no FOX reports of fights. There was very little rhetoric. Of course, there were very few voters as well. Hey, at least the poll workers could get caught up on some reading.
Being a day late and a dollar short, here's a list of some light election reading to get you ready for the next one (don't worry what the book is actually about, just go by the titles):
ANGELS AND DEMONS: The Dan Brown bestseller (now another movie) would fit right in on election days. Just who are the Angels and Demons now that George Bush isn't around any more.
DEAD AND GONE, by Charlaine Harris: Speaking of George Bush...
LIBERTY AND TYRANNY, by Mark R. Levin: Once again, see above.
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE AND ZOMBIES, by Jane Austen and Seth Grahame-Smith: What better way can you say 'Beach Book.'
ODD HOURS, by Dean Koontz: Welcome to my world.
THE G-FREE DIET, by Elisabeth Hasselbeck: Well, it now appears anybody can get a book deal.
On that note, get ready to pick up these soon-to-be bestsellers (or just download them to your iPhone):
'Running in Sand' by Pat Burrell
'How to Clean Needles' by Roger Clemens (forward by Alex Rodriguez)
'Unlistenable Music' by Steve Perry
'How to Pull the Wool over America's Eyes' by Sean Hannity
Then again, this might have been the beginning of the end for reading:
If you have any cool links or photos, send them along to onlinedelco@gmail.com
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