Read Aloud to Your Child
- Reading aloud shows children that reading is enjoyable, not a boring task.
- Hearing you enjoy the story makes it more fun for them.
- It’s a good time to check if they understand the story.
- You can show them how to use expression in your voice when reading.
- They can listen to stories that might be too hard for them to read by themselves.
Family Reading Time
- Sit quietly and read your own book while your child reads theirs. This shows your child that reading is important and enjoyable.
- Choose a quiet time and place for the whole family to read together.
- Let your child pick what they want to read.
- Turn off the TV and enjoy some peaceful reading time together.
Book Talk
- Talk to your child about why you like the book you’re reading.
- Ask them what they think about their book.
- Share your thoughts and ask them questions.
- Encourage them to guess what might happen next.
- Ask them to tell you what has happened in the story so far.
These conversations will help your child understand the story better and enjoy reading more.
Useful Questions
- What do you like about this book? Why?
- Is there anything you disliked? Why?
- Was there anything that puzzled you?
- Does this book remind you of any others? How?
- Would you recommend this book? Who to?