The Reading Teacher

    By doris.peer

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    30 Mar, 2024

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    Once upon a time, in a small town lived a tall, thoughtful girl, who was one among six children. Despite her affection for her siblings, she was unsure of her future.

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    After high school, she decided to go to beauty school. However, she found the long hours of standing overwhelming. Looking for a change, she started a limousine service.

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    Her limousine service was a success, ferrying people to airports and into the city. But with time, the traffic took a toll on her, prompting her to sell her business.

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    Seeking a fresh start, she enrolled herself in college. Her curriculum introduced her to a literature class that required reading with children.

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    In class, she was assigned a young boy who struggled with reading. Everyday, she would sit with him, helping him read. Within a month, the boy started reading independently.

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    Their success was a turning point for her. The joy they shared was something she wanted to replicate. She realized her calling was to help children learn to read.

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    With a newfound purpose, she pursued her studies with a renewed passion. She dedicated her time to learning the best techniques to teach reading.

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    Her dedication and hard work paid off when she graduated from college. She was ready to put her knowledge into practice and make a difference.

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    She began her journey as a teacher in a local school. Here, she was able to touch the lives of many children, helping them learn to read.

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    With every child that she helped, her belief in her mission strengthened. She was making a difference, one child at a time.

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    As years passed, she became a beloved figure in the school. She was known for her ability to help even the most struggling students learn to read.

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    And so, the little girl who once didn't know what she wanted to be, found her purpose in the smiles of children who learned to read. She was a teacher, and she couldn't have been happier.