Audiobooks:
Yes, audiobooks count as reading—and they can help children do it better. Hearing someone reading a book confidently is a great way to experience fluency, which is the ability to read a text accurately, quickly, and with good expression.
Model a love of reading:
Children take cues from adults. Whether you love books, magazines, or comics, let your child see you reading. Kids learn from what they observe. If you’re excited about reading, your child is likely to catch your enthusiasm.
Read book/watch movie:
Pick a classic that’s been turned into a movie—Harry Potter; The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe; or Charlie and the Chocolate Factory—and read it together, a few chapters at a time. When you’re finished, host a family movie night to watch the film version. This is a fantastic way to motivate reluctant readers.
Get cooking:
Get a cookbook at the library (Cooking Class and Kid Chef are both great) and let your child pick a meal to make with you. Ask your child to read the recipe out loud while you chop. Then switch roles.Have him/her write out a menu too—incorporating writing in play also bolsters reading skills.
Library Visits:
The library is a great place to explore new books and authors for free. Many libraries also have story hours or other literacy programs for kids. Trips to the library give your child a chance to develop good reading habits and to see other kids doing the same thing.
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