Since they were raised in a digital age, today's youth may find it difficult to develop traditional habits like reading books. As such, it is up to you as parents to set an example for your kids in developing this behaviour.
Children who read for just 20 minutes a day do better in school, according to research. Nonetheless, families must mentor and coach their children because very few kids develop the habit of reading on their own. We've outlined the steps you should take to encourage your kids to read regularly.
Youngsters follow their actions more closely than their instructions. Thus, your child has to watch you read in order for them to pick up the habit of reading as well. Decide on a reading hour that suits the whole family. This could occur immediately before your child goes to bed or following their completion of their homework.
It will be possible for everyone to enjoy reading if a cosy spot at home is designated as a reading nook. For a brief while, you can complete this task at your dinner table or on the couch in your living room. Children will be encouraged to do this through the establishment of a common library with books on display.
You can designate one person to read the book to the rest of the family each time. Their speaking and following abilities will both be greatly enhanced by this. The reading aloud exercises will help them become more fluent and rapid readers.
Engage the audience in the reading process. Discuss the book's title, author, and illustrator (if applicable) briefly before you begin reading. You should also ask them a number of questions, such as what the book is really about.
Talk about potential plot developments as you read the story together. Additionally, strive to make the text more interesting by speaking in an amazing tone.
Give your child access to a wide variety of reading materials, including books, periodicals, newspapers, recipe books, hobby books, illustrated books, and more. When he or she realises that reading is more than just reading books, he or she will be more aware of their surroundings when they are in unfamiliar places.
As your older child reads to their younger siblings, their confidence will grow. It is also a beneficial exercise for fostering closer sibling relationships.
If your child is just starting to read, keep their favourite books handy to help them become more confident and fluent readers. He or she will enjoy reading more and be able to read his or her favourite books anytime they want to in this method.
The things on our list will provide your kids a good reading habit and give you and your family a fun pastime to do together. You will have time to read for yourself even as you support your youngster in developing a reading habit.