Ed, this week has been special to Ann 2-3 39. You probably made your first communion and confirmation with Ann at Blessed Sacrament. A lot of visitors this week and the finally today lunch with her sister Fran and our daughter Mary Beth. Ann has read a lot of books over the years and I not as many. Biography's, such as Truman, Walmart and the little man (Myer Lansky)
When summer ended and school was to take place the next day, Mary Beth was anxious and had a tough time to relax to sleep. I knew all her friends and their parents, so I would sit next to her bedside and would tell her close your eyes and think of all the fun this summer and all your friends will be at school to join with you in your new classroom. As I saw that she was relaxing it would end with a kiss on the forehead. After college and marriage and three daughters she had our granddaughters in the Town library quite often and all college graduates and one is in her second year as an English teacher in the town of Lincoln. Mary Beth was a member of a book reading club and her husband Steve is a voracious reader. Ed, I have my 90th May first and getting near time when I will need a kiss on the forehead.
This is a wonderful story of love family and the joy of books. Thanks for sharing Peter. Well, Valentine's Day is coming, and so too do I see that kiss. Con amore.
As you noted, the benefits of reading to children are profound and lifelong. Stories can generate feelings of empathy and help children develop perspective taking; one of the "7 Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs," as explained by Dr. Ellen Galinsky.
I have used children's literature when asked to speak to honor a person for a particular achievement, special birthday or life milestone; such as retirement. When carefully selected,the text can mirror the person's character, relationships or challenges. It serves as a medium through which thoughts and actions are conveyed. The book becomes a valued keepsake for the honoree.
Ed, I didn't think you could "up" your game, but you did...for me. I recall reading many books as a child, and many books in my adult life. The inherent value of books for children is their inspirational and aspirational content. Good overcomes evil. Empathy overcomes indifference. Acton overcomes inertia. These motivations define what we do with our lives. Book banning stifles one's soul. Your books turn on the lights to long forgotten memories. Books arе оur most valuable weapons in today's environment. Send books to children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
As usual you written a literary essay with an important observation and lesson. Reading is important in the formation of young minds.
I read to my children often, usually at bedtime or just before. Everything from Dr Seuss to where the WidThins Are and everything in between. I myself was an insatiable reader all my life, from grade school on. I even read the backs of cereal boxes at breakfast. Reading inspires a thirst for knowledge.
My children read. Maybe it was because both Carol and I read to them or maybe they saw both of us reading constantly and maybe because they appreciated learning and exploring the magnificent world around us.
My grandchildren have same thirst.
Your essay is important. It reenfores the importance of reading expanding the mind, and bringing us to places we never thought we would be. Thanks once more.
Loved today's writing. I, too, believe that this early introduction to books and reading to our children are two of the most important gifts we can give our children. And hopefully, these books will find their way to our grandchildren. Sharing this for sure!
Ed, this week has been special to Ann 2-3 39. You probably made your first communion and confirmation with Ann at Blessed Sacrament. A lot of visitors this week and the finally today lunch with her sister Fran and our daughter Mary Beth. Ann has read a lot of books over the years and I not as many. Biography's, such as Truman, Walmart and the little man (Myer Lansky)
When summer ended and school was to take place the next day, Mary Beth was anxious and had a tough time to relax to sleep. I knew all her friends and their parents, so I would sit next to her bedside and would tell her close your eyes and think of all the fun this summer and all your friends will be at school to join with you in your new classroom. As I saw that she was relaxing it would end with a kiss on the forehead. After college and marriage and three daughters she had our granddaughters in the Town library quite often and all college graduates and one is in her second year as an English teacher in the town of Lincoln. Mary Beth was a member of a book reading club and her husband Steve is a voracious reader. Ed, I have my 90th May first and getting near time when I will need a kiss on the forehead.
Happy Birthday, Ann
This is a wonderful story of love family and the joy of books. Thanks for sharing Peter. Well, Valentine's Day is coming, and so too do I see that kiss. Con amore.
Dear Dr. Ed:
As you noted, the benefits of reading to children are profound and lifelong. Stories can generate feelings of empathy and help children develop perspective taking; one of the "7 Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs," as explained by Dr. Ellen Galinsky.
I have used children's literature when asked to speak to honor a person for a particular achievement, special birthday or life milestone; such as retirement. When carefully selected,the text can mirror the person's character, relationships or challenges. It serves as a medium through which thoughts and actions are conveyed. The book becomes a valued keepsake for the honoree.
Thanks, Lora. I love the use of children's literature when honoring someone. Books are a forever gift.
Keepsakes for sure. I am asked to do book reviews often. I never thought of using children's books for my research. Good tips.
Ed, I didn't think you could "up" your game, but you did...for me. I recall reading many books as a child, and many books in my adult life. The inherent value of books for children is their inspirational and aspirational content. Good overcomes evil. Empathy overcomes indifference. Acton overcomes inertia. These motivations define what we do with our lives. Book banning stifles one's soul. Your books turn on the lights to long forgotten memories. Books arе оur most valuable weapons in today's environment. Send books to children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Thank you, Larry. Excellent note. You have incentivized me to write about book banning. I will do so in the next two weeks.
This year, we gave books to our grandchildren. And, we bought them at local bookstores.
Ed,
As usual you written a literary essay with an important observation and lesson. Reading is important in the formation of young minds.
I read to my children often, usually at bedtime or just before. Everything from Dr Seuss to where the WidThins Are and everything in between. I myself was an insatiable reader all my life, from grade school on. I even read the backs of cereal boxes at breakfast. Reading inspires a thirst for knowledge.
My children read. Maybe it was because both Carol and I read to them or maybe they saw both of us reading constantly and maybe because they appreciated learning and exploring the magnificent world around us.
My grandchildren have same thirst.
Your essay is important. It reenfores the importance of reading expanding the mind, and bringing us to places we never thought we would be. Thanks once more.
Paul
Yes,Paul, I remember your love of books and thus your ability to write so well. Love the 'back of the cereal box' gig.
Francine Prose has written a marvelous book, "Reading Like a Writer"
You would love it.
Just wish I had "Ed Writes" when my kids were kids! Keep 'em coming, Ed
HaHa. Thanks, John
I read just yesterday that 54% of Americans read at or below the sixth-grade level.
That would explain a lot about our current situation …
Yes, unfortunate indeed. Good news... there are more libraries than McDonald's
Great job as usual, thanks Ed.
Thanks, Frank
Loved today's writing. I, too, believe that this early introduction to books and reading to our children are two of the most important gifts we can give our children. And hopefully, these books will find their way to our grandchildren. Sharing this for sure!
Thank you. Yes, I agree.