THE WONDERS OF READING

LOIDA B. GOPEZ

Reading allows us to gain knowledge and learn about various topics, ideas, and perspectives. It provides us with access to information from different sources such as books, articles, and online resources. Whether it is reading non-fiction books to deepen our understanding of a subject or reading fiction to broaden our imagination, reading expands our knowledge and broadens our horizons. Reading helps improve our language skills, including vocabulary, grammar, and syntax. By exposing ourselves to a wide range of written materials, we encounter new words, sentence structures, and linguistic patterns. This exposure enhances our reading comprehension, writing skills, and overall communication abilities. Reading literature from different cultures and periods allows us to understand and appreciate diverse societies and historical contexts. It offers a glimpse into different cultures, customs, and perspectives, fostering cultural understanding and bridging gaps of ignorance. Additionally, discussing books and sharing reading experiences with others can create social connections, build empathy, and spark meaningful conversations. In summary, reading is important for acquiring knowledge, developing language skills, nurturing cognitive abilities, fostering empathy, reducing stress, promoting personal growth, and fostering cultural understanding. It is a tool for lifelong learning and personal enrichment, contributing to our intellectual, emotional, and social well-being.

-oOoThe author is Teacher I at Amsic Integrated School