Reading is important because it develops the mind, improves vocabulary, and teaches about the world. There are different types of reading like intensive, extensive, scanning, and skimming. Good reading habits include reading regularly, having reading material available, setting reading times, and rewarding book completion. Good readers prepare by knowing the purpose and topic before reading, concentrate during reading using dictionaries, and reflect on what was read after.

2. Why is reading important?
It develops the mind
Helps with creativity
It is needed to function in today’s society
It improves vocabulary
Teaches children about the world around them
It improves concentration

3. Types of reading
Intensive reading
Involves looking inside the text
Extensive reading
Helps one to achieve a general
understanding

4. Scanning
Is used when a specific piece of
information is needed
Skimming
Is used to get a general
meaning of the passage

5. Develop reading habits
Read on a regular basis
Ensure there is always reading material available
Set a reading time
Reward yourself once you have completed a book

6. What good readers Do
Before Reading
This is the preparation stage
Form an idea of the purpose of the book
Find out what you already know about the central
topic of the book
Establish goals to pace your reading

7. During reading
Ensure you are in a space where you can
concentrate
Use a dictionary to look up words you do not
understand
Become involved with the book
Imagine yourself in the book

8. After reading
Reflect on what you have read
Summarize the book in your own words

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