Published By: Satavisha

Things You Can Do To Raise A Reader

Are you keen to raise a reader but not sure of how to go about it?

Raising a kid who is fond of books, and reads well requires commitment, a certain amount of planning, and a bit of thought. Raising a reader child is rewarding, fun, and quite easy. Looking for more ideas on how to raise a reader? Here is an easy guide for you to follow, to help your little one fall in love with books.

Start early

Decide to raise a reader soon after your baby is born (or even before) and commit to spending a little time making it happen. You will be surprised at how naturally and easily your little one learns to read. Reading is largely viewed as a habit, so the key is to develop a reading habit for your child.

Reacquaint yourself with reading

If you have let your reading habit slide to the margins of your life, this is the best time to bring it back. Make the time and space for books that you can read to yourself and also your child. If you are willing to raise a reader, you need to be a reader.

Look out for good books

Search for books that your child might be interested to read. This is relatively simple when your kid is young but becomes more significant as he learns to read independently. Accompany your kid to the library more often when they are little as it is considered a great start. Get a library card for your child and let them pick their books as soon as they are able to.

Read aloud regularly

You already know that reading aloud is a  significant step towards raising a reader. But you may not know how crucial it is to practice this regularly and from an early age. There is now vivid evidence to support that to raise a reader you must read to your toddler from the time they are infants and continue this practice of reading aloud as they grow up.

Get your infant talking

In response to your reading, babies may produce sounds and noises. Thus, several books for this age group constitute animal sounds or words that make little sense, as they are easier for babies to mimic. Try this tip: If your baby makes a noise, respond to it as it is a way of communication.

Giving books as gifts is a pleasant gesture and it usually lasts longer than the plastic bits and pieces that children often receive as gifts.