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Tips for Reading Aloud...
Why is reading aloud to your children the number one suggestion from reading experts across the country? Because it builds the desire to read - in only 15 or 20 minutes a day!
Whether your youngsters are already reading or haven't yet begun, now is the perfect time for reading aloud regularly. Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of your time together.
Get Comfortable...
Offer your children soft mats or pillows to sit on. Give them blankets to snuggle up in on cold days, or sit near a cool breeze when the weather is warm. Let them have a snack or drink before you start.
Remove Distractions...
Make your reading spot as quiet as possible so your youngsters can focus on the story. Turn off the television and consider ignoring the phone to avoid interruptions.
Encourage Participation...
Children are apt to enjoy reading more when they're invited to join in. Let them take turns choosing a book and turning the pages. If there's repetition in a story callenge them to recite the key phrases with you.
Keep it Appropriate...
If your kids have troube following the language or plot of a story, it may be too difficult for them. Look for books that are closer to their reading levels. Tip: Ask a librarian or your children's teacher for suggestions.
During and After Reading...
General comprehension questions for any story or book.
Did you enjoy this book (or part of the book)? Tell me why or why not.
What was the theme or main idea of this paragraph/page/chapter/story?
Who was the main character? Were there any other characters that were important to the story? Why? What did they do?
What is the most important thing the main character did?
How do you think the character felt during this part of the book or story? Did his/her feelings change or do you think his/her feelings will change? How would you feel if this happened to you?
How are you like the main character or different from the main character?
Ask your child to retell all or small parts of the story to you (depending on the length of the story).
Stop them after a paragraph, page or chapter and ask them, "What do you think will happen next?" and/or "Why do you think he/she did that?" Find the answers together by rereading if necessary.