Reading was developed to instill knowledge, making one successful. Kids learn so much about the world and everything around them through reading. When reading is instilled in a ‘child’s life, they meet people they thought they would never meet and visit places they have not heard of. 

While all these sound like great experiences for a book lover, you may have a child that has wholly rejected reading. If you are wondering what to do as a parent, you can use the tips below to instill a desire for books in your children.

• Read them the books.

The first step to getting your children to become book lovers is to read to them constantly. A famous quote by Emilie Buchwald rings true; ‘Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.” Create a regular reading time and make it a habit. Keep the routine even as they grow, and they will develop a reading habit.

• Books are Magic; treat them as Such.

Let your kids know that books are not just pieces of paper. Teach them that the more books they read, the more knowledge they will gain, which will take them places they have never been. When reading the books to your kids, read them out aloud and show them your excitement as you read.

• Read Books Too

You cannot instill a habit in your children that you are not committed to. Get books you can read and have a separate routine for yourself. Children borrow patterns they see from their parents. Once they see you committed to reading, they will pick up the habit.

• Create a Special Reading Corner in your Home

Children have a liking for uniquely designed separate spaces. Have a particular corner in your room intended for reading. Add some comfortable sitting pillows in one corner of your home and have the area filled with many different books.

• Give your Children the Freedom of Reading the Books they Want

Children will not love to read books if coerced to read what you want them to read. Instead, let them choose the books that they want to read. Your thoughts about specific books of different genres may not be your child’s thoughts.

• Avoid Having a Book Limitation for your Children

Avoid limiting the number or the kind of books your children can read. Instead, allow them the freedom to read different books that include comics, comics, magazines, and graphic novels.

• Set apart Time for Audio Books Listening

When taking part in different activities with your children, listen to audiobooks. The activities may include road trips, shopping, and other errands. The more your children listen to audiobooks, their comprehension skills grow.

• Allow your Children Some Movie Time after Reading their Books

As most movies begin as books, they will spark excitement in your children. Reading the book before watching the movie makes them anxious and creates a desire to want to see what happens in the movie. They want to know if the movie will be like what they read in the books.

• Purchase E-readers for Your Children and Ensure they are Filled Up

E-readers act as an encouragement tool for your children to desire reading more. The E-reader should never be empty. You should fill it with different books and magazines your children love. . With most libraries giving leeway for e-book purchasing, you do not have to break an arm and a leg purchasing books to fill the E-reader.

Books are known to give you and the world a connection. If these tips are successful for your children, they can eventually become avid readers.