Finding the Right Books...Helping Children Enjoy Reading

Some children love to read and don't need a lot of prodding and some children choose other activities when they have free time.  For your child to succeed in school and later in college, they need to develop strong reading skills.  So, how do I get my child interested in reading?

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First, just like other activities your child chooses, you need to find books that interest your child.  Does your child love science, motorcycles, or is he or she a blossoming artist.  Try to find books that interest your child.  This may take time, so don't give up.

Often when you find a book your child likes, there may be others in the series or ask the librarian for other books that are similar.  In time, your child will start broadening their interests and expand the type of books he or she will read.

What is most important?  The most important time your child can spend is reading.

Encourage your child to read daily for at least 15 minutes a day.  I have a saying, "Fifteen minutes a day and then you can play!"  This will help your child continue to maintain their current reading skills and build on the new reading skills they are learning.

When the child is a solid reader, they are still learning.  Your child will go from learning to read, to reading to learn.  They will learn more about the world they live in and learn new vocabulary as well.

Remember to continue reading to your children even when they can read on their own!