Cultivating a Love of Reading
K/1 Literacy Night: Tips for England ES Parents
Resources compiled by Emily Kupersztoch, England ES Librarian
Self-selection of books for children is KEY! Visit the library or bookstore and choose books together. Your child will be more invested in reading if given the opportunity to select his/her own books.
Empower your child to CHOOSE whatever they want to read!
"10 Tips for Raising Sharp Readers" - Nerdy Book Club Post
Adapted from this wonderful article by Colby and Alaina Sharp - I highly recommend reading the article to hear more about each tip!
- Have books everywhere.
- Let them see you read.
- Celebrate books and acknowledge authors as the rockstars they are.
- Give books as gifts.
- Keep it fresh.
- Encourage unsupervised reading.
- Let “going to the library” be more than just checking out books.
- Help them find books that align with their interests.
- Never force it.
- Incorporate bedtime reading in your routine.
Three Short & Insightful Articles on Raising Readers
Steps for Cultivating a Love of Reading in Young Children by Cory Turner, NPR
Raising Sharp Readers by Colby Sharp, Nerdy Book Club
Fostering a Love for Reading by Heather Grocott
Additional Research on Reading
Science Proves Reading To Kids Really Does Change Their Brains by Catherine Pearson
Read Aloud to Your Children - every day, if possible!
It's important to make daily reading a habit for everyone in the family! Set aside time when you are all reading and make it a family event. The more your child practices reading materials of their choice, the better readers they become!
Image Sources
Reading at Home with your Child (Mrs. Richardson’s Class, LLC)
Readers Without the Power...
Read Aloud Infographic (Scholastic)
Chart: Why Read 20 Minutes at Home?Contact Mrs. Kupersztoch, Librarian
Email: emily_kupersztoch@roundrockisd.org
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