Walk the talk

Children are smart. If they hear you lecturing them about reading but never see you doing it, they might question the sincerity of your argument. Be creative. Read a newspaper, a graphic novel, or maybe a magazine. Let your child see you read, share what you’re learning and discuss what you like about the text. Model the engagement that you are hoping for in your child.

Set a specific time and place to read. While this may be challenging with uninterested readers at first, your child will eventually understand that reading is simply a part of his or her daily (or bedtime) routine. It is important to note that you should never force your young child to sit still or even pay attention while you are reading.

Take a trip to your local library and explore the shelves. Most libraries have a section devoted to children, and here, librarians are not worried about disruptive noise or little fingers touching things. Allow your child to do just that: feel the books. Lead him or her to an area organized for that specific age, and allow exploration. Give your child the freedom to choose books independently as it provides a sense of control.

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