Make Reading FunParent Pages
Get Ready!
Make Time
- CHOOSE TOGETHER.
Get your child's input. Select a book, audio book, or magazine everyone can enjoy. - SCHEDULE IT.
Set aside a regular time each night to read together. - GET COMFY.
Create a comfortable, quiet environment.
Snuggle up and share the experience.
Get Set!
Eliminate Distractions
- SHOWCASE IT.
Talk about the cover, look at the pictures, guess what you think might happen - CUSTOMIZE IT.
Adapt to your family’s needs and interests.
Do what works for you. - BE LIVELY.
Have fun. Whisper and pause. Use different voices,
sounds, and movement. Slow down or speed up.
Snuggle up and share the experience.
Go!
Have Fun
- ENCOURAGE QUESTIONS.
Be curious, explore together, imagine. - CELEBRATE IT.
Bring the story to life in your home. - HAVE BOOKS.
Create a home library. Have books available
for the whole family. Be ready to read again! - MODEL READING.
Let your child catch you reading books,
magazines, etc. for fun.