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Mrs. Valens

Ways to Help Your Child with Reading

📕 Encouraging Reading Habits:

  • Set a good example by letting your child see you read books, magazines, and newspapers.

  • Reading together for 15-20 minutes every day is important for bonding and fostering a love for reading.

  • Establish a regular reading time and place, like before bedtime or after dinner, to make it part of the daily routine.

  • As children grow, they can read to younger siblings or independently.


📗 Reducing TV Time:

  • Limit the amount and type of television you and your child watch.

  • Spend more time reading together, as it has various educational benefits.


📘 Creating a Reading-Friendly Environment:

  • Keep a variety of reading materials at home, including books, magazines, newspapers, and comics.

  • Frequent visits to the library are encouraged, and getting your child their library card can be a fun experience.

  • Consider giving books as gifts for birthdays and holidays instead of toys.


📙 Encouraging Consistent Reading:

  • Ensure your child always has something to read during spare moments, like waiting for appointments or traveling.

  • Encourage your child to read and reread stories or parts of books to improve expression and fluency.


📕 Promoting Diverse Reading Interests:

  • Become aware of your child's interests and help them choose books that align with their preferences.

  • Encourage your child to read a variety of book genres, including biographies, historical fiction, poetry, and information books.


📗 Comparing Books and Movies:

  • Have your child read books that have been or will be made into movies, allowing them to compare and contrast the two versions of the story.


📘 Exploring Other Text and Media:

  • Encourage your child to explore other text and print media, such as advertisements, newspapers, magazines, and the internet, that address current social, cultural, and civic issues.

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