Establish reading time every day. For example, read a few books together every night before bed. Or establish a “relax and reading hour” every day, perhaps after they come home from school or from playing outside. Whatever works with your schedule!
Try to avoid negative language with reading. Reading shouldn’t be a chore and DEFINITELY shouldn’t be a punishment; it should be a fun and relaxing part of their day!
Save money on books and visit one of our AMAZING five-star libraries in EBR! Allow your child, with a little bit of guidance, to pick out a good stack of books for themselves.
Find fun new places to read! Make a blanket fort, read under the trees outside, visit the park and have a picnic.
Lead by example! Read to your child, ask them to read to you, or share a book together. Read magazines, books, and newspapers around them.
Encourage siblings to read to one another to strengthen their fluency and speaking skills.
Have books and reading material available in every room your child hangs out in.
Read and share your favorite from when you were a kid.
Remember that kids are much more likely to finish a book if they pick it out themselves!
Don’t be afraid to read the same favorites over and over again. Don’t be worried if your child is reading mostly comic books. Try not to force them to read a book they are resisting. Remember – ANY reading is POSITIVE reading!