JAM topic · Intermediate
The Value of Daily Reading
Speak on how reading daily habits improve knowledge and thinking skills for students.
How to structure your minute
- 1
Start
introduce the habit of reading
- 2
Middle
detail how daily reading builds skills
- 3
End
conclude with a call to action
Sample answer
about 140 words · 1 minuteDeveloping a daily reading habit is one of the most effective ways for students to expand their knowledge and sharpen their thinking skills. When we read every day, even for just twenty minutes, we expose ourselves to fresh ideas, diverse vocabulary, and new ways of seeing the world. Reading regularly improves our attention span and trains our minds to process information more deeply than scrolling through short videos on phones. It enhances our writing ability because we naturally pick up correct grammar and sentence structure while reading good books. Furthermore, reading stories builds empathy by letting us experience life through the eyes of different characters. Whether you prefer news articles, non-fiction books, or exciting storybooks, daily reading keeps your brain active and curious. I truly believe that picking up a book every day is an investment in our personal growth.
Use it for ideas. Say it your own way.
Useful phrases
expand their knowledge
Traveling allows students to expand their knowledge of other cultures.
scrolling through...
I try to avoid scrolling through social media before going to sleep.
through the eyes of...
This movie helps us see history through the eyes of real people.
investment in...
Learning computer skills is a great investment in your future.
Common mistakes
Daily reading improve our vocabulary.
Daily reading improves our vocabulary.
The singular gerund subject 'daily reading' requires the verb 'improves'.
I read book every day.
I read a book every day.
Singular countable nouns like 'book' require an article such as 'a'.
Tips for this topic
- Contrast reading with common distraction habits to highlight its benefits.
- Keep your pace steady so each point lands clearly in one minute.
Now say it yourself
Speak on “The Value of Daily Reading” for one minute. You get what went well and the one thing to fix.