Not an easy task but with little patience it can be achieved
It is important to inculcate the habit of reading in children from an early age. Right from the time when they are young, children should be asked to read and to be read to. Reading not only fuels imagination but also helps them develop knowledge of the language. Though it may seem difficult in the beginning to make them read, there are ways one can incorporate into day-to-day life to bring about the reading habit in them. Read on to find out more.
Instilling a daily habit of reading
It is important that from the age when the child is old enough to grasp the basic language, parents should start bringing into practice a daily habit of reading. Believe it or not, babies respond well to the rhythm of a voice when reading out loud. Just like how talking to them daily makes a baby respond to the parent’s voice instantly, reading does a similar effect.
Built a reading space or a library
To have a designated space for reading and books stacked in a corner has an old-world charm. While this adds to the beauty of the interiors, it also leaves the child in awe of books. This then automatically draws them towards pulling a book to just shuffle through pages. But it builds the seeds.
A parent should read too in front of their children
Well, if the parent wants their child to read and be wiser, they need to understand that children learn from examples. So, it is pertinent that parents pick a book or two once in a while and read in front of the children. When seeing a parent doing something, a child automatically imitates them and in return, they learn to pick a book of their choice. Therefore, making a perfect start to reading for the child.
Let the child pick what they want to read
Why is this important, is to bring in them a sense of independence. When giving them the liberty to pick, instantly sparks their interest in the book. Often time the child may lose interest in the book in hand and pick up another in between, let them. Eventually, they will settle for one.
Reading anything random throughout the day
When not reading night books or picture books, read out loud things you find interesting in the newspaper, in a magazine, on the billboard, or on television. This is a harmless activity that will keep them around words and reading habits.
