The summer holidays are the perfect time to get kids into the habit of reading.
πI passionately believe that a love of reading is one of the greatest gifts you can give a child.
These days there are so many other things they would rather be doing.
Itβs about finding a purpose for reading and it does not need to involve a book.
Have you tried this? ππΌππΌππΌππΌππΌππΌ
Are you looking for an activity to keep your kids busy over the holidays and at the same time help them to understand more about how books work and develop their literacy?
Below is my favourite suggestion, that I did countless times with my own kids when they were younger and every class I ever taught.
Have you tried bookmaking with your child? It works for all ages.
A love of reading and being a frequent reader is one of the greatest predictors of academic success.
In the hustle and bustle of the modern world, snuggling up with your child and reading a book provides a moment of peace and helps build your relationship and connection.
Just sharing a few ideas to nurture a love of reading. ππΌππΌππΌππΌ
Does your child choose to read for pleasure or are there 1000 other things they would rather be doing?
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