09/07/2025
📚 Struggling to get your child to sit and read a book? You’re not alone!
If your little one squirms, wanders off, or just isn’t interested in reading, don’t worry — that doesn’t mean they don’t love books! You may need to make a few changes to how you ‘read’ a book to them. Here are some simple, child-friendly ways to build a love for books — without forcing it.
✨ Let your child choose the book
When kids get to pick the book, they feel more in control and interested. Even if they pick the same one every night! Each time you can find a new way to ‘read’ that book to your child.
✨ You don’t need to read it word for word — describe the pictures or create your own version of the story
Children often learn best through conversation. Talk about what’s happening in the pictures, name objects, make up silly stories — make it fun and interactive!
✨ Let them turn the pages
Page-turning gives your child an active role. It also builds fine motor skills and helps them learn how books “work” — left to right, beginning to end.
✨ Face your child while reading
Being face-to-face helps your child see how you move your mouth, hear how you say words, and feel more connected. It’s also easier to maintain eye contact and build engagement.
✨ Pretend play parts of the story
Act out scenes, use toys as characters, or copy what the characters are doing. This builds imagination, comprehension, and vocabulary — all while having fun!
✨ Ask simple questions throughout
Try questions like “What do you see?”, “What’s going to happen next?”, or “How do you think he feels?” Open-ended questions build thinking skills and keep kids involved.
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🌟 Remember: It’s not about finishing the book — it’s about creating a joyful, shared experience that builds language and connection.
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