Inspired By Literacy Autobiography

Inspired by Literature: A Literacy AutobiographyHayley Grace PartridgeBaker College OnlineCOM1010 – Composition and Critical Thinking IAllison MarkMarch 4, 2023Inspired by Literacy: A Literacy AutobiographyA person’s literacy development rests in the hands of the words they hear spoken and the literature they read. Vera Nazarian (n.d.), the author of various fantasy and science fiction novels, wrote, “Whenever you read a good book, somewhere in the world, a door opens to allow in more light” (As cited by Shahid, 2016, Appendix I section, para. 5); this statement resonates with me as it encapsulates the profound influence of literature on our cognitive and emotional growth. I have found that exposure to music and philosophy has contributed significantly to my literacy development by enhancing my writing skills, broadening my vocabulary, and sharpening my critical thinking abilities.MusicMusic has been a significant part of my life for as long as I can remember. During my childhood, my mother used to quiz my brother and me on music anytime we went for car rides. She would ask, “Who sings this?” or “What