Right now, I’m diving into a mix of fiction and non-fiction, often reading in the evenings after a long day. I love eating “Cheetos” and reading books at the same time. Lately, I’ve been captivated by character-driven novels that explore complex relationships and themes of identity called “The sun is also a star”. I find reading to be a great way to dive into different worlds while also gaining perspectives from different characters. It also renews my view.

Independent Reading Goal for the Quarter

Goal: Read and Analyze Three Books from Different Genres by the End of the Quarter

Measurable

I will track my progress by adding more to this padlet : reading life timeline, note down the title, author, genre, and the number of pages read each day. I will also write a brief summary and my thoughts on each book after finishing it.

Specific

I will choose three books from different genres: one fiction, one nonfiction, and one classic literature. This will help me explore various writing styles and themes.

1. Fiction: A contemporary novel that explores themes of identity.
2. Nonfiction: A biography that offers insights into a historical figure.
3. Classic Literature: A well-known novel that has had a significant impact on literature and culture.

    

Realistic

I will plan specific times during the week for reading, aiming for at least 30 minutes each day. This is manageable with my current schedule, allowing me to finish my reading on time with other activities like schoolwork and homework.

A Good Challenge

While I am comfortable reading, analyzing different genres will practice my critical thinking skills. I aim to not only finish the books but also write a short reflection (1–2 paragraphs) for each, discussing what I learned and how the themes relate to my life or current events.

Summary

By the end of the quarter, I will have read three books from different genres, completed a reading log, and written reflections on each. This goal is measurable, specific, realistic, and will challenge me but at the same time, make me a better reader.