The Noll article made it abundantly clear how culture can affect literacy development. In my classroom, I am able to see how my Hispanic parents push their young first graders to become part of a literate society. Teaching in a low-income area, we see how generational poverty has occurred. Our families who are natives to our country put less value on the child's school success. Often this is seen in the child as well in their lack of motivation. But with the families who are not native to our country I have seen a completely different level of support for their students. These parents go above and beyond trying to help their child gain and absorb every opportunity they have possible. It has been eye-opening to see how this culture embraces and values the literacy of their children. These parents are eager to help their child in every way imaginable because they realize how being literate in our current society is crucial.
Nikki Leggins
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