Just one way to motivate your child to read...!
I have discussed with many why their children are better readers. And I found one strategy which definitely motivates children to read. I am happy to share this strategy with you. Before that let's see why reading is important.
The best gift you can give your children is to make them good readers.
Why?
- It makes them better human beings.
- They perform well academically.
- They have a better understanding of the world and various things.
Children (and most of the adults) are reluctant to read. The reasons can be many. First and foremost is the distraction of digital media like TV, Laptops, Mobiles, etc. They are necessary to keep in touch with the outside world. But your inner world gets nourished in a better way through books. So, make your child a better reader!
But, children are reluctant to read. And they should be.!!! If not, they are super kids! Follow this tried and tested one piece of advice. Just one way to motivate your child to read...!
SPARE 15 MINUTES EVERYDAY AT BEDTIME TO READ WITH YOUR CHILD...
Yes... This is not a new way to inculcate reading habits. But you do it with conviction and persuasion, your child will be life long reader.
In early childhood when a child's attention span is less, you can just read one small story for 5-10 minutes. Gradually increase the time. You can go through storytelling classes on a professional level if you wish. Read to your child in an entertaining manner.
When a child is ready to read, make ample amounts of books available. If he is reluctant to read, follow an earlier note to read to him.
Gift him book sets rather than separate books. This motivates them to read. We gifted our daughter a set of 50 books (Read with Ladybird series). She devoured them within 15 days! She still reads them once in a while.
So, follow just one way to motivate your child to read!
Read with your child every day at bedtime for 15 minutes till he becomes a super reader!
