The Ontario High School Reader

The Ontario High School Reader by Aletta E. Marty is an educational anthology designed to develop reading and comprehension skills for high school students in Ontario Canada. This reader includes a carefully curated selection of classic literature poetry historical speeches and essays that expose students to a variety of literary genres and writing styles. Each piece is chosen for its educational and moral value aiming to inspire critical thinking cultural awareness and appreciation for English literature. The selections in the reader include works by well-known authors poets and orators accompanied by vocabulary exercises comprehension questions and discussion prompts to encourage deeper engagement with the text. Marty's approach emphasizes not only language development but also character education as many of the pieces explore themes of integrity perseverance and empathy. Students are encouraged to reflect on the themes and relate them to their own lives making literature a meaningful tool for personal growth.