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In this reflective piece, Natalie Ingram explores her evolving relationship with writing and literacy. Initially overwhelmed by assignments and readings, she discovered newfound confidence through practice and various writing techniques. Inspired by her father's influence and experiences with competitions like Battle of the Books, Ingram highlights the transformative power of education and communication. She shares her motivations for writing, including self-expression and personal growth, while acknowledging the challenges of controlling life’s circumstances. This memoir captures the essence of her learning journey.
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Journey Through Literacies By: Natalie Ingram
Then & Now • Before the class I expected to be overwhelmed with writing • I struggled to keep up with assigned readings • After writing many drafts I begin to gain more confidence in my writing • I don’t hate writing as much due to newly learned techniques.
Literacy Memoir • Battle of the Books • Competition between other elementary schools within the county • Students participating were to read a list of books • Forced students to read, comprehend and retain the information • Literacy Sponsor – Dad • Taught me that education is the key to success • Bonded through reading • When I was younger, my dad would read books along with me at night
“Why I Write” Writer’s Notebook Forum 8 - Revisited Part 2:I write because I have to, it's apart of the life of a student. I write to rid my mind of the thoughts that go unspoken. I write because I want to succeed. I write to gain a further understanding of writing. I write because I aspire to inspire. I write to communicate. I write to grow. • “I write to make peace with the things that I cannot control”. • I could relate because I think that in life you can’t control what happens, only how you react. • “I write knowing words will always fall short”. • I feel that words mean nothing, actions are what really matter.
Free Write! • Choose two of the following • What was the most important thing that you will take away from this class? • Will you share what you have learned with anyone? • Discuss your attitude toward the class from the beginning to now. • What are you planning on doing over winter break? • What would you rather be doing?
Final Reflection • Learned an effective writing process: • Brainstorm mentally • Write down key points • First Draft • Ask for someone’s input • Second Draft • Revise and polish • Final Draft
Final Reflection • My attitude toward the class has changed from beginning to end • I have more confidence within my writing • I still don’t like to read • I have grown not only as a writer but also as a person from some assignments
