Why Are We Reading These Books?

I believe we are reading these books for a few different reasons. The first reason has to do with the whole basis behind this class: to promote literacy. All of these books seem interesting and thought-provoking and, personally makes me want to read more. Second, all of these books give us an important view into our future professions. As stated in a prior post, each of these books give a view into the challenges faced daily by teachers. In my book, Teacher Man, the author gives accounts of the challenges of being a new teacher, teaching in an unfamiliar setting, and the everyday dealings of being a teacher. These are challenges I will definitely face as a new teacher. Although I might not almost get fired for eating a sandwich on my first day, there are definitely similar experiences I will be faced with and can draw from my reading of this book to help deal with them.