Books are magical. They take you on incredible journeys, teach you about the world, and inspire you to dream. However, kids can easily be scared off by a book’s page count. Fortunately, the earlier you introduce your child to reading, the more likely they are to enjoy it. Here are five activities to help them appreciate books.
Books allow children (and adults) to enrich their vocabulary by introducing them to a host of new words. Before diving into a book with your child, you can set up a little game. Here’s how to play:
In children’s books, the characters often have big personalities. Ask your child to pick a monster, magical creature, or hero from a book. Then, use your crafting skills to bring them to life! Here are some ideas:
When you’re done, your new puppet friend can do the following:
Who says you always have to start at the beginning? Sometimes it can be fun to do things differently! Reading the last page of a book first is a fun way to shake things up. Plus, your child can do the following:
A book’s cover always gives away clues about the story. By studying it carefully, your child can try to do the following:
Ambience plays a big role in your reading enjoyment. That’s why it’s important to create a comfortable, cozy reading environment for your child. For instance, you can do the following:
Writing : The Alloprof Parents' team