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. --

How does a very small girl hide a very large lion? It's not easy, but Iris has to do her best, because mums and dads can be funny about having a lion in the house. Luckily, there are lots of good places to hide a lion - behind the shower curtain, in your bed, and even up a tree. A funny, heart-warming story about a very special friendship.

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?

Is your young child often disinterested in the books you bring home for them? Do you wish they would develop a love for reading that they could take into middle school and beyond? Some children love reading, requesting the same books over and over again and giggling with delight each time, while others simply despise sitting down for story time. What makes the difference in these two types of children? No child is born knowing how to read, so where does their interest come from? How do you encourage it? Like eating and drinking, reading is a daily necessity for every child. Parents should consciously guide and conform to their children’s interest in reading with appropriate reading materials whenever possible. Books should take priority over watching television and playing video games. Professional and systematic training can help children start to love reading, maintain good reading habits, and improve their reading ability. Teaching Your Child to Read is a guide book for parents looking to get their children, ages 3 to 6, interested in reading. It explains how to help children cultivate reading ability step by step, as well as answers the questions of Why should I? and How do I? when it comes to specific exercises. Tools parents will learn to use in their efforts include: interval questioning object comparing emotional contrasting plot mapping and more!

An inspiring and practical book by a veteran high school teacher that shows how to make your child an avid reader -- even if he or she now dislikes books. Virtually all teachers agree: The best students are avid readers. They're the kids who don't just do their homework, but pick up books and magazines to read for pleasure. Yet even parents who love to read sometimes find that their kids don't enjoy books. Now, Mary Leonhardt shows how to awaken, or reawaken, a child to the joy of reading. She even identifies the seven stages that children go through as they develop their reading skills and outlines what parents can do to help them along. Her advice is clear, down-to-earth, and proven effective.

These sections provide techniques and tactics to assist you with the most trying circumstances, whether you are dealing with the terrible twos and threes or navigating life with a sour adolescent. Even while it can appear like other parents have it all figured out, they really don't. Like you, they are trying to strike a balance between freedom and order that fosters development while also maintaining sensible boundaries. Here is a sample of what you will learn in Raising Positive Little People: Exercises and suggestions for immediate action to help you start using your newly acquired knowledge The crucial distinction between discipline and punishment, and why it's crucial to comprehend this distinction How to adapt your communication approach to the requirements of every kid and what the acceptable developmental expectations are for each age group How the development of your child's emotional self-regulation abilities depends critically on validation Common misunderstandings regarding effective reprimand and the information parents need to know How to set up and enforce good limits that help your kid learn self-control Anecdotes from the real world that are relatable and properly depict parenthood Why you shouldn't fear the dreaded tantrum, what to do when one occurs, and strategies for reactive parenting and a lot more. Many individuals believe that their upbringing was appropriate since they ultimately came out okay, therefore there must be nothing wrong with it. The fact is that some approaches and strategies are not just healthier for your kid, but also for you, according to new study. Decide to remain educated and have all the information you need to decide what is best for you and your kid. This book comes with a free workbook that includes relationship audits and parental action plans to help you keep track of your progress. Click the "Add to Cart" button up top if you're prepared to completely alter how you handle discipline in the future.

An essential and practical resource for parents and educators, Raising Readers contains everything you need to know about childhood literacy, written by award-winning teacher librarian Megan Daley. Some kids refuse to read, others won't stop - not even at the dinner table! Either way, many parents question the best way to support their child's literacy journey. When can you start reading to your child? How do you find that special book to inspire a reluctant reader? How can you tell if a book is age appropriate? What can you do to keep your tween reading into their adolescent years? Award-winning teacher librarian Megan Daley has the answers to all these questions and more. She unpacks her fifteen years of experience into this personable and accessible guide, enhanced with up-to-date research and first-hand accounts from well-known Australian children's authors. It also contains practical tips, such as suggested reading lists and instructions on how to run book-themed activities. Raising Readers is a must-have guide for parents and educators to help the children in their lives fall in love with books.