Post #1 Why I Read

I read books for many reasons. The main reason is reading gives me a feeling unlike anything else in the world. When I get into a book I feel like I am really there and I get feel the emotions of the characters in the book. Movies can’t give you the same feeling. I also read because it is educational and I learn new things. Books teach me new words, phrases, facts, and sometimes life lessons. I apply many things that I learn in books to my life. Reading even helps me with my writing in classes. They can teach you proper grammar and new vocabulary terms. Not only do books teach you grammar, but they can also teach you historical facts. I love to learn about Greek, Roman, Egyptian, European, and Asian history. Many non-fiction and realistic fiction novels dive into these types of histories and those are the ones I like to read. I also like to use my imagination and read fantasy novels. These books bring you into a new world and I love to immerse myself in them. Overall I believe reading improves intelligence and can help you in many aspects of life.