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In the first stages of my literary exploration.

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In the first stages of my literary exploration.

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According to my mother, she made an effort throughout my childhood to expose us to alphabet books to facilitate our acquisition of letter recognition. My recollection of the book is limited, but my mother said I attempted to articulate some letters but encountered some that proved difficult for me.

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On a nightly basis, my mother would use the Bible as a literary resource, selecting a passage to peruse. According to her statement, she allows us to choose the specific book from the Bible that we want to listen to during the night's reading, affording us the freedom of choice.

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During my childhood, I had a fondness for the television show Sesame Street. According to my mother, throughout my early childhood at four, I consistently expressed a strong desire to watch a particular television program only to see the character Elmo. During my viewing experience, I acquired knowledge of several vocabulary terms that I subsequently incorporated into my language use. That was what my mother told me. I don't really remember.

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Throughout my educational trajectory, my reading skills failed to progress at the same rate as my classmates. The third-grade teacher became aware of my lack of reading proficiency, which caused her some concern. With the assistance of the "Libro Nacho," she facilitated my first recognition of words and phrases, initiating my acquisition of reading skills.

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In order to expand my vocabulary, one of the strategies that my teacher instructed me to use was to read every sign I encountered while walking down the street.  Then I started reading all the street signs, and my mother would occasionally tell me, "You're going to go crazy reading all those signs," but it really helped me develop my reading skills.

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One of the literary works that I immensely enjoyed throughout my formative years was "El Patito Feo" since it was one of my first forays into independent reading in third grade. That particular narrative really resonated with me throughout my formative years.

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"El Raton Que Se Comio La Luna" constituted my second independent reading experience. During that particular period, I realized that I had acquired the ability to engage in independent reading, which I attribute to the guidance and instruction provided by my teacher in the third grade. Subsequently, my affinity for reading has grown significantly, while it had before been a despised activity. This book was quite engaging and enjoyable in my reading experience.

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The Wizard of Oz was one of the novels that required reading in fifth and sixth grade that I really enjoyed. However, while reading the book, I saw a TV show with the same story, character, setting, and plot. However, the book provided more crucial information than the TV show. And the more I got into the novel, the more interested I was in the plot.

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During my time in high school, the standard of literary education was more advanced. It is worth noting that my teachers preferred using the literary works of Gabriel Garcia Marquez. One of the literary works that profoundly impacted my personal development is the novel "Cien años de Soledad." This particular piece of fiction stands out due to its sad narrative, which effectively captivates the reader and instills a sense of curiosity, compelling them to engage with the text to uncover the subsequent events persistently.

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The novel "Crónica de Una Muerte Anunciada," which I also read in high school, significantly impacted my time there. As a result of the instructor's demand that I provide a comprehensive analysis of the novel's historical development, I realized I was not too fond of literature. I believed it to be extraordinarily complex, necessitating meticulous consideration of numerous aspects since the story is a mystery and suspense. By the end of the academic year, however, I can perceive both the book's theme and the teacher's request. After completing our study of the book, we adapted the story's events into a dramatic performance.

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When I graduated from high school and entered college, I only saw a limited amount of reading, but the teachers focused primarily on grammar. I attended college for two years, and during that time, I was only required to read articles on a variety of topics, with an emphasis on grammar and how to improve our writing. I do not recall the themes very well because I did not enjoy any of them. Also, I disliked that class and viewed reading as a form of punishment.

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My Literacy Journey in Another Language:

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My Literacy Journey in Another Language:

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My experience with reading and literature underwent a significant transformation upon my relocation to the United States. Upon my arrival, I was a young adult of 23 years, embarking on the journey of acquiring a foreign language from scratch, akin to a child's initiation into linguistic acquisition. One of the first literary works I autonomously perused during my time here was a bilingual book in Spanish and English, bestowed to my daughter at her educational institution. The book "With My Brother" by Eileen Roe was my first introduction to the language, enabling me to acquire a rudimentary understanding.

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Upon my arrival in the United States, I started my English language studies, mainly focusing on grammar and introductory reading materials. The texts had a moderate level of readability, characterized by ease of comprehension and legibility. The experience was enjoyable due to the opportunity to engage in pronunciation exercises. During that period, my inclination for reading expanded a little.

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In the second semester of my English class, I realized for the first time how challenging it was to read in English. During that academic term, I read a book that helped me rediscover my enjoyment of literature. The fact that the book was about alchemy and mysteries made me realize I enjoy reading mystery novels. The perusal of this book piqued my interest in children's literature.

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My Reading in College in Another Language:

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My Reading in College in Another Language:

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In the first year of my university, I had an English class where I studied novels and biographies. However, the book "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao" was the one that had the most impact on my life. That is because Oscar Wao is a guy from the same country as I am, and he also discusses my country in the book. That is the one book, more than any other, that I'd be curious to get my hands on and read.

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During a particular academic year, I realized I was strongly interested in studying black history. This newfound interest was influenced mainly by a specific literary work that significantly broadened my understanding of black people's historical and ongoing experiences. The book provides a comprehensive account of the harmful effects of slavery in the United States, elucidating the pervasive brutality and erosion of human dignity experienced by those subjected to this institution. As mentioned earlier, the work is the reason for my sustained interest in the subject matter, particularly in reading.

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Now, my focus is on children's literature, namely books composed in English and Spanish and accompanied by many pictures. This book catalyzes motivating young individuals to acquire proficiency in a second language. My favorite literary work is "Juana & Lucas," authored by Juana Medina. Despite her lack of comprehension in Spanish, my daughter derives significant enjoyment from it.