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Ch.1 Is a very informative chapter this chapter describes how a solid reading foundation is crucial for all school subject and everyday life. I think it is very interesting how much research is being done to help teachers come up with effective ways to teach the students.one example is first you must teach the student how to read. Second is teaching the student to want to read (p.5) . Reading this chapter has made me realize how reading and writing support each other for life long literacy. I know I hear this in class, but I think its different when you read it yourself. On pg 6 They gave an example of a teacher who came up with a great idea for the students who are struggling in reading this is called Reading Recovery. The teacher meets with her struggling students 45 min before school to help them understand and change their attitude towards reading. In this same paragraph a colleague asked her what are you doing and why are you doing this its not as if you are getting paid extra. This teacher was surprised of the attitude this teacher. Her colleague believed that not every child can learn. This teacher needs to find a new profession. I believe every child can learn. Our kids are the future so we must give them the best education we possibly can. Most of all have a great attitude towards teaching who wants a grumpy teacher.