How to Encourage Your Child to Read
It is extremely important that kids are brought up with a proper plan and care is taken in order to make sure that they develop the right habits. One such habit is that of reading books. Although it is not the easiest to instil in children, it is one good habit that helps them throughout their lives.
Like any task, it takes commitment and hard work to ensure that kids take up reading at an early age and are introduced to the wonderful world of books at the right time.
Instructions
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Talk
Talk to your children from a very young age on various matters. The main goal is to start their mental development as soon as possible. As they grow up, bring up books in your discussion and bring one along to show your kids new and exciting things. This will naturally develop their interest in reading. -
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Activities
Plan activities in which some kind of reading is involved. Add a reward as well to encourage kids to read. Remember that getting your child to read at an early age can help develop their comprehension skills. Once they are good at it, you can turn the emphasis to different books as well. -
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Communication
When you are not around, leave some interesting colourful books on the table or in their room so that they can check them out and hopefully start reading. Make a reminder on the refrigerator door about reading a particular book so that your kids do not forget. -
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Read
Children learn a lot from their parents and look up to them. Read books in front of children to encourage them. They will automatically develop an interest in books. -
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Reading Time
Establish a daily slot for reading even if it is only for a few minutes. Read books to children as well as encourage them to read. This should be a positive step towards developing this wonderful habit. -
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Less Television
Discourage television viewing for children. It eats up most of their time and takes away a lot of productivity. Instead make them play outdoors and read. With restrictions on TV and more emphasis on other activities, they are more likely to develop better habits. -
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Library Visits
Visit your local library every now and again to get books. It is best that you take the kids along so that they can learn about the library and also see an environment which is conducive to reading.
