Over the holiday break is a wonderful opportunity to encourage reading in your home. If your child traditionally says that he hates to read, here are a few tips:
1. Read with your child. Sometimes the bonding time of sitting together on the couch is just what he needs.
2. Motivate your child to read independently by saying, "Hey there, I can't wait to hear what happens in your book today! Make sure that you tell me as soon as you finish reading!"
3. Try not to say things like, "Go read!" or "You need to read your 20 minutes now." This makes reading sound like a chore instead of an opportunity.
4. Go to the library together. This provides you with wonderful opportunities to guide your child in his book selection.
5. Visit websites for books. Below are a few websites:
http://kids.nypl.org/reading/recommended2.cfm?ListID=391
http://www.commonsensemedia.org/book-lists
Overall, the more positive you are about reading, the better chance your child has in picking up that same attitude.
Happy Reading Everyone!
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