How To Give Your Child A Lifelong Love Of Reading

How do you create an active reader? Why is reading good for creativity? Why is it vital for teaching the next generation resilience and positive mental health? In the digital age of never-ending screen time you could argue that the power of books has diminished. But while screens have changed the act of reading, Alex Johnson believes reading is even more important, and that people value books more than ever. This is visible in the sales of printed special editions, the revival in reading aloud, the increased interest in poetry anthologies and the rescuing of 'lost words' from obscurity. But the problem is: with so many competing distractions, which are the best books for children to read and how can we access them? How do we get children to start reading? And how can we encourage them to be curious? How can we encourage their reading and maintain their interest? In this book of practical advice, Alex Johnson brings his tremendous enthusiasm and informed passion to answer these questions, and many more, to ensure a new generation of bookworms are whisked away to new worlds and essential discoveries. --

An indispensable guide to welcoming children—from babies to teens—to a lifelong love of reading, written by Pamela Paul and Maria Russo, editors of The New York Times Book Review. Do you remember your first visit to where the wild things are? How about curling up for hours on end to discover the secret of the Sorcerer’s Stone? Combining clear, practical advice with inspiration, wisdom, tips, and curated reading lists, How to Raise a Reader shows you how to instill the joy and time-stopping pleasure of reading. Divided into four sections, from baby through teen, and each illustrated by a different artist, this book offers something useful on every page, whether it’s how to develop rituals around reading or build a family library, or ways to engage a reluctant reader. A fifth section, “More Books to Love: By Theme and Reading Level,” is chockful of expert recommendations. Throughout, the authors debunk common myths, assuage parental fears, and deliver invaluable lessons in a positive and easy-to-act-on way.

Ways to Encourage a Love for Reading in Your Child: A Comprehensive Guide Are you looking for effective ways to instill a love for reading in your child? Look no further! "Ways to Encourage a Love for Reading in Your Child" is a must-have book for parents who want to cultivate a lifelong passion for books in their little ones. Packed with practical tips and strategies, this short read will equip you with the tools you need to create a reading-friendly environment and foster a love for literature in your child. Table of Contents: 1. Create a Reading Routine 2. Read Together 3. Visit the Library 4. Provide a Variety of Books 5. Be a Reading Role Model 6. Make Reading Fun 7. Encourage Book Discussions 8. Allow Freedom of Choice 9. Create a Reading Nook 10. Introduce Digital Reading 11. Celebrate Reading Achievements 12. Join a Book Club 13. Read Books that Reflect Diversity 14. Encourage Writing and Creativity 15. Make Reading a Family Activity 16. Visit Bookstores 17. Support Reading at School 18. Use Reading as a Reward 19. Explore Different Formats 20. Attend Author Events 21. Make Books Accessible 22. Encourage Peer Recommendations 23. Support Reading Challenges 24. Embrace Series and Sequels 25. Read Books Before Watching Adaptations 26. Discuss Real-World Applications 27. Support Reading Initiatives 28. Encourage Reading Aloud 29. Frequently Asked Questions 30. Have Questions / Comments? 31. In "Ways to Encourage a Love for Reading in Your Child," you will discover the importance of establishing a reading routine and how it can positively impact your child's reading habits. By setting aside dedicated reading time each day, you will create a sense of structure and consistency that will make reading a natural part of your child's daily life. Reading together is another powerful way to foster a love for books in your child. This book will guide you on how to make reading sessions interactive and engaging, allowing you to bond with your child while exploring the magical world of literature. Visiting the library is an adventure in itself! Learn how to make the most out of library visits and help your child discover new books and authors. By exposing your child to a wide variety of books, you will This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents Ways to Encourage a Love for Reading in Your Child Create a Reading Routine Read Together Visit the Library Provide a Variety of Books Be a Reading Role Model Make Reading Fun Encourage Book Discussions Allow Freedom of Choice Create a Reading Nook Introduce Digital Reading Celebrate Reading Achievements Join a Book Club Read Books that Reflect Diversity Encourage Writing and Creativity Make Reading a Family Activity Visit Bookstores Support Reading at School Use Reading as a Reward Explore Different Formats Attend Author Events Make Books Accessible Encourage Peer Recommendations Support Reading Challenges Embrace Series and Sequels Read Books Before Watching Adaptations Discuss Real-World Applications Support Reading Initiatives Encourage Reading Aloud Frequently Asked Questions Have Questions / Comments?

Ramshackle Glam creator Jordan Reid was a little nervous about becoming a mother. "In my experience," she writes, "you know what happens when you hold babies? They cry. And it immediately becomes clear to all present that you have terrible parental instincts and should never be allowed to come into contact with children -- ever." But in October 2011 Reid became a mother herself, and over the first year of her son's life the writer and media personality not only figured out a thing or two about parenting, but also learned how to navigate an entirely new lifestyle while still maintaining a sense of self. Part memoir, part commiseration, and part how-to guide on fashion, beauty, home dér and entertaining for the new mom, Ramshackle Glam offers something fresh for the "mommy" bookshelf: concrete advice on how to care for yourself in the post-partum days, weeks, and months. A deeply personal exploration of the realities of modern-day parenthood (Reid covers topics ranging from post-partum depression and marital struggles to pets who immediately transform from your beloved best friends into Those Things That Wake Up Your Child), Ramshackle Glamis also filled with straightforward, fun, and easy lifestyle tips, including how to dress for your post-partum shape, tricks for rearranging your home so it works with an infant as well as your tastes, and strategies for getting your makeup done in five minutes flat with one hand while keeping that bouncy chair going with the other. Reid's spot-on advice combined with her trademark intimacy, wit, and (often aching) honesty make Ramshackle Glam a must-read for any woman in search of a candid account of how to handle enormous life changes with humor, grace . . . and a little bit of glam.

Now in its ninth edition, Phonics Pathways (with help from Dewey the Bookworm™) teaches students of all ages the rudiments of phonics and spelling with an efficient, practical, and foolproof method. Written in an easy-to-use format, Phonics Pathways is organized by sounds and spelling patterns. The patterns are introduced one at a time and slowly built into syllables, words, phrases, and sentences. Printed in a large 8-1/2" x 11" lay-flat format for easy photocopying, Phonics Pathways is filled with illustrative examples, word lists, and practice readings that are 100 percent decodable. While appropriate for K-2 emergent readers, this award-winning book has also been used successfully with adolescent and adult learners, as well as second language learners and students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia. Dewey® and Dewey Decimal Classification® are proprietary trademarks of OCLC Online Computer Library Center, and are used with permission. Dewey the Bookworm™, Dewey D. System, Bookwormus Giganticus™, and the design mark of the character Dewey are trademarks of Dolores G. Hiskes and are also used with permission.

Here's the newest twist on the familiar tale of There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly.There was a cold lady who swallowed some snow.I don't know why she swallowed some snow.Perhaps you know.This time, the old lady is swallowing everything from snow to a pipe, some coal, a hat, and more! With rollicking, rhyming text and funny illustrations, this lively version will appeal to young readers with every turn of the page. And this time, there's a surprise at the end no reader will be able to guess!

From the creators of the popular education blogs Teach Mama and No Time for Flash Cards comes a must-have parents' guide for raising lifelong readers and learners. A great way to help your students' time-crunched parents take an active role in their child's learning, this book is filled with fun, quick activities for building children's oral lang

Tutoring today is a $4 billion industry (yes—billion) with companies like Sylvan Learning Center and Kaplan Tutoring cashing in. So, what are parents of today’s overextended students to do? Top professional tutor Marina Koestler Ruben empowers you to take a do-it-yourself approach to your child’s after-school enrichment. As a parent-tutor, you will learn how provide holistic academic support for your children and create an intellectual environment in the home—strengthening your relationship and improving parent-child communication in the process. Ruben’s accessible guide shows you how to balance big-picture curiosity with the academic nitty-gritties of homework assignments, organization, and electronic resources. Building on her proven “Six-Step Session” format, Ruben shares the secrets to tutoring children in any subject from kindergarten through high school—all with a warm, entertaining tone that will inspire you to inspire them.