Reading Tips for Kids

For School-Aged Children

Don't make reading a chore even if your child needs practice in reading.
Show genuine interest in the stories your child discovers.
Appreciate all books your child selects, even the ones that look too easy.
Read to your child. They still enjoy hearing good stories.
Read yourself! There is nothing like a good role model.
Visit the library.

For preschool children

When you read aloud to your children, they learn to listen; they learn new words; their imagination grows; they discover new worlds.

Helpful Hints

Let your child read the story by turning the pages and reciting parts from memory.
Read books your child has chosen.
Talk together about the stories.
Have fun while reading.
Be enthusiastic!

Library Activities

Bring your child to the library for book related programs.
Take out books to read at home.
Make your own books using old magazines.
Try CD/book sets.
Ask a librarian for reading suggestions.