Importance of Reading

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Reading is one of best things that I enjoy doing. Reading is very important to me so I try to read every chance I get. I do not know where I would be without reading. Reading effects different aspects in my life: my schooling and future career, my ability to be entertained, my relationship with other people, and even my relationship with God. Not many people have the same opinions as me. Most teenagers think that reading is a waste of time, stupid, and not worth it. People often consider reading a time consuming luxury or a tedious task rather than a necessity. However, despite these public misconceptions, reading is not something you can just ignore and avoid. Reading is everywhere; its something that will benefit your future and take you far in life. American people as a whole are reading less. More than 20 percent of adults read at or below a fifth-grade level - far below the level needed to earn a living wage (www.readfaster.com). Also when many adults read, they are not reading effectively. The average reader spends about 1/6th of her reading time actually rereading words. (www.readfaster.com). It is important for teenagers to devote regular time to reading so we can change this trend that the previous generation has set before us. We, as teenagers, are the voice of change. If we want to change something we need to change it ourselves. This paper is going to go into why it is important for teenagers to read. I am going to talk about several reasons outlining how reading can benefit you life, and why it is important that you should read. Teenagers are very busy with a number of different things distracting them from simply reading, but reading is fun, relaxing, and healthy, it builds and relationships, and unlocks your full potential; which is all sought out by teens. I consider reading one of the best sources of entertainment. You get to have fun, use

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