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Washington County Library
Tips for Parents...
to keep children reading
- Begin reading to children early in their lives.
- Allow children to choose books that interest them.
- Read aloud to each other to hear and enjoy the words.
- Encourage children to talk about what they are reading for comprehension and sharing.
- Read every day, whether it's 10 minutes or 110 minutes; schedule the time if necessary.
- Remove as many distractions as possible -- TV, radio, etc.
- Keep a supply of reading materials around the house.
- Take a book with you wherever you go, or listen to books on audio cassettes.
- Let children see you enjoy reading.
- Give a favorite book as a gift and encourage your child to do the same.
- Visit your library regularly and choose from the variety of materials available.
- Select a special shelf to hold library materials.
- Encourage children to join the library's summer reading program.
- Support reading for fun.
- And, yes, it's OK to reread that favorite book.
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