Summer Reading

A fun way to help your child find their inner bookworm

(NC)-Helping your children develop a love for reading is one of the most important things you can do as a parent. Moreover, it is a gift that will last a lifetime. Don't let your child's reading comprehension fall behind his or her classmates this summer, especially when there are many opportunities for them to not only maintain but improve their reading skills. Here are some simple tips to keep reading fun and to engage your child through the summer months and the rest of the year.

Show them reading is fun

Set aside time to read together as a family and enjoy reading out loud in character voices with your children. Visiting the library or participating in a summer reading program can be a lot of fun for children.

Reading at the right level

There are two things to keep in mind when helping your children foster a love for reading this summer: their reading level and their interests. Check with your child's teacher at the end of the school year to identify their reading level. Then ask your child what he or she would like to read. Trust your local librarian with the rest.

Set an example

Simply having books, magazines and newspapers around your home will encourage your children to view them as part of daily life. Let your kids see you read so they know that reading is important and that it can be an enjoyable pastime.

Make reading an everyday activity

Encourage your children to read anything and everything - street signs, menus, recipes and books are all great tools to strengthen their literacy skills.

Start a home library

Even at a young age, start a home library for your children even if it's just a shelf or two in your own library. Books should be accessible for young children to handle freely.

Visit a public library

The children's librarian is a trained professional who can help you and your children locate the right books and identify the categories and subjects that are right for them. The right books are what make reading fun.

Join the TD Summer Reading Club

Help your children discover their passion for reading by visiting your local library and signing up for a summer of reading fun. The award-winning program offers a wide range of reading choices, as well as lots of fun-filled activities to keep children engaged. Last year, more than 250,000 children participated and read nearly two million books. This year's theme is Crack the case with Agent 009 and promises to include hours of mystery and suspense that kids will love. For more information, visit www.td-club-td.ca.

Comments

Henry Notisi | August 4, 2009 at 11:07 am - §

I am interested for my kid to join this programe but I am in Zimbabwe how do i do it.