HERE’S HOW TO RAISE AVID READERS THIS SUMMER

The oldest and largest non-profit in the United States, Reading Is Fundamental, Inc. (RIF), dedicated to children’s literacy, unquestionably got it right. Reading is indeed fundamental. Those who enjoy reading, especially from a young age, will reap the benefits of having a fundamental block which helps to establish a strong educational foundation. Ready to help your kids become strong readers? The experts at Motherly.com have compiled five tips for raising avid readers not only this summer, but beyond. A young girl reading. CANVA.COM 1. Don’t make them read. We all know, even as adults, when someone tries to force us to do something, we tend to end up not doing it. Additionally, we could develop a bad taste in our mouths for said activity and end up avoiding it for the rest of our lives. Well, that holds true with reading as well. Do not force or make your kids read. If they want to play, watch TV, game, etc. instead of reading at a particular moment, then that’s okay. Establish a consistent “reading” time that becomes integrated into your daily routine. Laura Forrest Hopfauf at Motherly.com suggests at reading time, let them pick out the book and drive the...