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**Why is Reading so important?**
 * **At first, we learn to read. Then, we read to learn.**
 * **Reading is the key to all learning.**
 * **Students who are good readers generally are successful in school.**
 * **Students who are confident about reading have a positive attitude toward learning.**
 * **Students who read and share what they have read with their families and friends develop a love of reading that lasts a lifetime.**

= ** Welcome to Mr. Bailey's Reading Class wiki!** =


 * On this site you will find many resources used in the Maplewood High School seventh grade Reading curriculum and eighth grade Communications curriculum. In addition, there some great websites linked here to help you with your homework. Check the pages on the left. Oh, and before you leave this page, please take time to read the text below: **

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