Kamis, 27 Desember 2007

How to Teach Children to Love Reading

Introduction

Harry Potter and Winnie the Pooh are lovable characters. But when children use their imaginations while reading about them, these heroes become timeless and extra special. Reading to your children is the first step in helping them develop a lifelong love of books. Start early and their journey will go from laughing at a lanky cat in Dr. Seuss tales to admiring courageous figures in Hemingway novels.

Teach Children to Love Reading

Things You'll Need

  • Books
  • Drawing supplies
  • Library access
  • Computer

Steps

1 Step One

Start reading to your children when they are young and then read along with them as they get older. Setting a good example of reading in your home will plant a positive seed for the future.

2 Step Two

Establish good reading habits for your children. Incorporate reading into your child's daily activities. Schedule time for reading either in the morning, at lunch or each night before bed so that it's part of their life.

3 Step Three

Make reading fun and enjoyable by choosing books about topics your children already love.

4 Step Four

Expose your children to a wide range of subjects, authors and themes. Start out with picture books when they are young and go up to age-appropriate topics for the later years.

5 Step Five

Relate books to your child's life experiences. If a child connects with a situation in a book, they can develop empathy and a love for what they are reading.

6 Step Six

Encourage children to read the printed versions of movies they enjoy. Help your child develop a technique of imagery and creativity. The love of reading can be expanded into drawing pictures of the situations in the books.

Gather Reading Resources for Children

Steps

1 Step One

Visit the U.S. Department of Education website to learn about reading techniques for your child's age group and where to buy books (see Resources below).

2 Step Two

Establish a family library filled with classic texts and educational books. The many rich subjects will further encourage your children to love reading. Making books a part of the home also enhances the habit of reading.

3 Step Three

Read the text of 'Helping Children Develop a Love for Reading,' available at the Super Duper Publications website, which explores techniques, games and tips to teach your child

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