Growing a Family Love of Reading

Children who are avid readers have had many relaxed, joyful, daily book explorations and conversations in their homes, long before they arrive in the classroom and learn to read. Most families need simple reinforcements to grow their habit of shared reading. The keys to building a daily routine:

Keep books in easy reach.

Stick with a reading routine at bedtime.

Make shared reading time a warm and loving reward for both adult and child.

Even after children become independent readers, shared reading with family members often continues as a cherished place of connection in busy times.