How To Inculcate Reading Habit In Kids

January 20, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Reading is an important aspect of the childhood. A child who becomes interested in reading as a child will always be interested in reading. On the other hand, a child who is not interested in reading may never be. So, it becomes very important for the parents to make sure that the child is very interested in reading. There are several methods that can be used to make the child to read. These methods are listed here.

The first step in making your child to be interested in books is to make sure that you read for the child. As the child is too young to read, the child will be able to listen to you and understand the colors and the scenes that you are describing to the child. This is the first step for the child and as a parent you should make these reading sessions to be very interesting.

The child should be made to read along with the parent next. This is the next step. In this process, the child will read and understand what is being said in the books. If the child does not understand some parts of the reading, then the parent can explain this to the child. It should be understood that reading will improve the vocabulary and also the thought process of the child. Reading forms a very important aspect of the child’s growth and development.

If you would like to be a parent of a bright child, then use the methods to create a reading habit in your child. Give the child many different kinds of books and make the child to read. You can have a separate time for the child to read and this time should be used by the child to educate the self and also learn more.

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Learning Through the Bookstore Experience

January 10, 2011 by Leave a Comment

The reading experience…what a wonderful one it is for both children and adults alike! The joy of reading starts at an early age, and if it is properly cultivated, will last long into young adulthood and beyond. Children libraries and bookstores are a great resource to find children books that are engaging and interesting for sparking young minds. Canadian literature has done a fantastic job of producing children books that keep young readers interested and instilling the desire to seek more mentally and visually engaging literature.

You can find very good Canadian books through the Canada 411 resource. You can find popular books, age-appropriate children books and material and the best offline and online resources to find these books. Some of the Canadian market’s best Canadian books include:

  • Alligator Pie by Dennis Lee
  • Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery
  • The Baby Project by Sarah Ellis
  • Book: A Trilogy by Bernice Therman Hunter
  • Biscuits in the Cupboard by Barbara Nichol
  • Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul
  • Camilla Gryski’s Favorite String Games by Camilla Gryski

For the best resources and reading experience, a journey to a local bookstore can be one that you nor your child will soon forget. To be able to touch, smell and handle books is a delightfully rewarding experience, both for adults and for children. If you’re looking for bookstores offline, you can also go to the same information portal at Canada 411 to locate the stores or libraries that carry the books that you want to see. Children really love the experience of going into bookstores and locating their favorite books on the store’s shelves. Many bookstores that also have cafes are especially delightful for them, and they can sit and enjoy their newly purchased book with a cup of java (decaf, of course), all while they read and take in their story, line by line.

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How Reading books to your child can be fun for the both of you!

December 23, 2010 by Leave a Comment

In todays tough economy, it can be hard for a working parent to find time to even tuck their children into bed, let alone find the time to read to them. More and more parents are finding it neccesary to go back to work, leaving them little time with their children.

However, setting aside at least ten minuets a day to read to your child can bring not only the two of you closer, it can provide a relaxing diversion from the stress of everyday life. Take into mind these steps, and then you’ll be ready for quality time with your special little one.
1) set aside at least 10-15 minuets every day for “quality time with your children”
Even just knowing that their parent is willing to make time for them helps children feel special and less likely to be so tempramental.

2)Choose a special spot to read with your child, almost like a “reading hideaway” for just you and your child(ren) to enjoy. Suggest putting fluffy pillows in a corner, or offer to make a tent out of kitchen chairs and blankets.
Having a special enviroment to read in offers a sense of excitement for the child(ren) and adds to the feelings of being that much more special.

3)Have your child(ren) help you pick out a book to read together.
Not only does this add to your child feeling important, it also helps them find a book that is well within their reading capabilities, and isn’t too difficult for them to understand, or to enjoy.

4)For older children, or those learning to read, offer to take turns reading a few pages at a time.
This helps them expand their reading and vocabulary skills, and is a fun way for them to show off just what they can do.

5) Enjoy!
Listening to your child read offers you not only quality time together, but also gives you a fun way to de-stress while enjoying a good story in the company of your child(ren)

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Classic Picture books to enjoy with your Children

December 22, 2010 by Leave a Comment

With new books for adults and children being published all the time, it can be a difficult task to find a good picture book to enjoy with your young ones. We all remember favorite picture books from our own childhood, but finding just the right book to spark your child’s interest can be hard. What makes a picture book a “Classic?” Many people today would agree that a good plot, strong illustrations and a fun character to identify with makes a classic picture book.

Some of the best illustrated and most loved Children’s picture books are stories like,”Chica,Chica, Boom Boom”by John Archambault and Bill Martin, Jr. and illustrated by Lois Ehlert. Brightly colored cut outs and fun wording tell a story about the alphabet letters climbing trees and is good for children practicing their letters, or just learning their alphabet.

“Goodnight Moon” By Margaret Wise Brown and illustrated by Clement Hurd is a well loved classic from the 1940′s about a bunny telling his bedroom and his possessions goodnight.Another well known picture book is “If You Give A Mouse A Cookie” Written by Laura Numeroff and is illustrated by Felicia Bond. A silly story about the consequences of giving a mouse a cookie is beautifully illustrated and a select favorite of many.
“Where The Wild Things Are” written and illustrated by Maurice Sendak was recently turned into a big screen hit. Published in 1963 and put into paperback in 1984, it tells the story of little boy Max, who goes to bed with no supper and dreams of a land filled with wild beasts and monsters,how Max conquers the beasts,and wakes snug and safe in his bed.

These books have been around for years, and are all strong stories with wonderful illustrations and are considered by many to be “Classics”. Introduce your child to the wonder of reading with these well loved stories, and find yourself enjoying them just as much!

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