Unlocking Summer Reading Success: Expert Tips for Parents
by Reach Scholars Tutoring, LLC
As the school year comes to a close and summer approaches, parents may wonder how to keep their children engaged in reading during the break. Veronica Reid, owner of Reach Scholars Tutoring, LLC, and an experienced educator, shares valuable advice to foster a love of reading in reluctant readers.
1. Establish a Reading Routine: With the days of summer stretching ahead, now is the perfect time to establish a daily reading routine. Spending just 10-20 minutes reading with your child each day can make a significant impact. Use this time to connect with your child over books, discussing the story and making predictions together.
2. Choose Appropriate Books: Ensure your child has access to books that match their reading level. Using the Five Finger Rule, you can determine if a book is too challenging. Children are more likely to enjoy reading when the material is just right for them.
Encouraging Reluctant Readers
1. Library Trips: Make visiting the library a regular summer activity. Libraries offer a wealth of books across various genres, providing endless options for your child to explore at no extra cost.
2. Books Adapted into Movies: Consider selecting books that have been adapted into movies. Reid shares an example of a Marvel Comics fan who discovered a love for reading through a book about his favorite superhero. Watching the movie adaptation together can enhance the experience and encourage discussions about the story.
Graphic Novels and Audiobooks: Fun Alternatives to Traditional Reading
1. Graphic Novels: Graphic novels are a fantastic option for reluctant readers. Reid emphasizes their appeal for visual learners and struggling readers. She plans to host a Reading Summer Camp in July 2024, where children will engage with popular graphic novels.
2. Audiobooks: Audiobooks are another excellent choice, particularly for children who struggle with reading. Reid highlights their ability to improve vocabulary and comprehension while making reading an enjoyable experience.
Developing Skills through Different Mediums
1. Poetry, Recipes, and Play Scripts: Beyond traditional books, poetry, recipes, and play scripts offer unique opportunities for learning. Rhyming in poetry and following instructions in recipes both strengthen reading skills. Play scripts, especially those based on favorite stories, can enhance reading fluency.
Guiding Children to Appropriate Reading Material
1. Use the Five Finger Rule: This simple method helps children choose books that are just right for them. As the summer begins, encourage your child to select books they can enjoy independently.
2. Seeking Additional Support: For children who need extra assistance, consider seeking support from a reading specialist like Reid. Her Reading Summer Camp in July 2024 promises personalized guidance and engagement with reading materials.
Veronica Reid, with nearly two decades of experience in education, understands the challenges children face with reading. She encourages parents to take advantage of the summer break to instill a love of reading in their children. For those in need of support, Reid offers free consultations for parents to help children succeed who are struggling in reading. Interested? Sign up here: https://www.reachscholarstutoring.org/book-a-free-consultation
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