Richard Bennefeld Mr. Marquart English 12 9/14/12 The Enjoyment of Reading The first time I became interested in reading books and novels was during my summer vacation last year while I was staying at Maple Bay. It was another simple and yet dull day when my mother suggested that I should try doing something new for a change. At first I thought it wasn’t a good idea‚ but I decided to give it a try and do Something new for a change. It was hard for me to figure out something I don’t
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world‚ fears engendered by terrorism‚ gender discrimination‚ and the pervasive culture of poverty that envelops many cities. Many of us have grown up on books written by Enid Blyton. Every page in the book thrills and delights. Today Rowling’s Harry Potter has the same effect‚ setting children on the path to reading. Bookshops today are filled with titles by foreign authors. However‚ it is the elite children in big metros who can relate culturally to the characters and settings in these books and
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A Mentor’s Expedition “You are growing‚ and growth is change‚ accept the change‚ make it a part of your strength” (Anaya 245). The novel Bless Me‚ Ultima by Rudolfo Anaya is a piece that demonstrates chicano literature and tells the story of a young boy named Antonio and the magical healer‚ Ultima who live in a town full of sin and wickedness‚ Ultima and Antonio work to assist the people in need while dealing with their own concerns. Ultima acts as mentor figure towards Antonio; she
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stars as Charlie‚ a shy‚ but very observant 16-year-old living in Pennsylvania. Lerman captivates the audience with his delicate and yearning ways that connects to viewers of all ages. Emma Watson sheds nearly a decade of playing Hermione in the Harry Potter series and emerges as Sam‚ one of Charlie’s best friends and secret love interest. Completing the trio is Ezra Miller‚ who portrays Patrick‚ an openly gay high school senior who also befriends Charlie. Together they play an honest group of friends
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JK Rowling‚ Walt Disney‚ and Michael Jordan failed‚ but they believed and were determined to continue and look where they are now. Not all people were all stars from the start. For example JK Rowling got rejected 12 times for her first book "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” and look where she is now.JK Rowling tried and fixed her book 12 times to get accepted. But did rejection stop her? No!
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Book VII To Kellen Sapp for showing me that I have an impact on others. When I was in middle school and junior high‚ I frequently helped with the children’s ministry at my church. I was the designated choreographer for three children’s musicals‚ so I got to spend a great deal of time with the children. There was one child in particular that I grew especially fond of. He reminded me a lot of myself. At the early musical recitals‚ I would often see him sitting quietly alone in the back of the
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What Role Should Technology Play in Education? By: Wesley Jackson WRTG 291 Research Writing Prof. Stephanie D. Johnson During the course of history‚ we have witnessed how education is influenced by technology. I personally have the belief it can greatly improve the quality of education for every person. Modest technological advances a simple as a calculator have significantly increased the speed and accuracy of mathematical problems. This allows students to learn more of the curriculum
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I will examine the role of food in‚ Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Cask of Amontillado” and J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone”. Food is a natural necessity for humans‚ but subsequently we have made social principles and customs around using and sharing it‚ there is something else entirely to consumption of food than straightforward healthful worth. The role of food in Harry Potter reflects overcoming adolescence affliction. As much of its story is about enchantment‚ there is a role
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Sirius made his way home to the Potter’s feeling strangely conflicted as he landed in front of the house. He stayed on his bike mulling over what he had done. He had had sex with Snivellus’ sister. Moony and Prongs ran out of the house with Wormtail trailing behind them. "Well‚ how was your date?" Wormtail asked always eager to hear about his friends love lives. Sirius couldn’t think of a proper response for his friends ."Uh‚" His mind was still racing with a million thoughts and he wished in
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LACK OF INTEREST IN READING AMONG STUDENTS. Lack of a reading culture among students has been a persistent sore in the eyes of many organizations. Concerted efforts being made by these in ensuring that the seeds of this culture are sown are a manifestation of their recognition that it is only a literate and knowledgeable society that can fully participate in and positively contribute toNational development. The role of a library as a source of information to students in improving education standards
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