Talking Point #2: "Why can't she remember that?" by: Terry Meier

"Despite their diverse background, all children bring to school rich linguistic abilities acquired through social interaction in their homes and communities." p242

• I believe that all children have a special quality in them even though they might not be privilege as other children nor their parents. I believe that no matter the situation a child is always eager to learn and it is a teacher’s job to make that happen.

"Gabriela... typically sat quietly when books were being read, other children who have not had the experience of being read to at home may participate vociferously in story reading sessions." p245

• Many children do not have the "luxury" of being read to by their parents or at home in general. Mainly because their parents do not know how to read because they have a low education level and/or because they do not know the English language. On of my student in the VIP's program does not have the opportunity to be read for at home.

"Make books come alive." p.249

• I feel as future teachers, we should get our mind set into making reading fun for the kids, because if not they will not like to read and will not learn as much.

Comments/Thoughts.

  I feel that all children should be read to in their homes, even if it is not English.  The main goal/common goal is to get the child to read and learn regardless in what language.