Reading is universal.
It’s the single most important leisure time enjoyment, in my opinion. Early reading is crucial to make sure
children are not only literate, but enjoy this great pastime throughout their
entire lives.
Reading skills have declined recently due to the onset of
video games and television. Online
reading has replaced old-fashioned books and many children now carry eReaders.
Tips to help your
children get reading and love books for life:
- Devise a reading game. Many libraries have summer programs designed for kids that include finding colors in book titles, names on spines, etc. These are a good incentive for children to begin to read.
- Let your kids know that reading is fun. Reading aloud is exciting and you could tell them about books you have read in the past. It may spur them to want to read more themselves.
- Think of reading activities you can do as a family. Take turns picking a book to read aloud, go to the library together, etc.
- Take in movies that are based on books your kids have read. Stipulate that they must first read the book – then you can discuss the merits of the movie versus the book.
- Encourage your kids to use spending money on books. Check out thrift shops, yard sales, garage sales, and any place where they can get book bargains. Give them time to look at pictures and read excerpts – they’ll start a library of their own.
If you allow your children the freedom to choose books
themselves they will develop a sense of what they like to read. Children should be exposed to the
delight of finishing one book and starting another. It not only helps them progress in the world
by giving them a great sense of speech and knowledge of words, it gives them
confidence in their ability to discuss nearly anything.
One of the most important things you can give your child is
the ability and desire to read. By
sharing with him/her and giving the opportunity to be surrounded by books you
are paving the way for your son or daughter to have a wonderful future!
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