^{Traits of a Good Reader}

^{A successful reader has...}

• ^{The ability to know what needs to be done and to figure out the steps to get there.}
• ^{The confidence to know when he’s right and when he needs help.}
• ^{Ownership of the learning process.}
• ^{The discipline to choose books that are at an independent level.}
• ^{Interest in reading for information and enjoyment.}
• ^{Ability to problem solve - applying knowledge.}
• ^{Willingness to take a risk and try to figure out new things independently}

• ^{The ability to express his ideas about his reading clearly so others understand.}
• ^{The ability to give opinions, take a position, and support it.}
• ^{The ability to write his thoughts easily on paper.}
• ^{The ability to manipulate sounds and words.}
• ^{The ability to listen and respond to another person's ideas.}
• ^{The belief that one’s ideas are worth sharing}