Reading WITH Preschoolers
& Reading TO
children
There is a difference
between reading with
preschoolers and reading to
children. When you read with
a child, they are actively engaged and participate in the story telling
process. When you are reading to a child,
they might not be active listeners, they might drift away and not pay
attention to the story.
When reading a book with your child, remember:
- You are not a TV - Reading
is an interactive activity. Talk with them, ask for their opinion.
- Enjoy the experience - Make
reading fun and enjoyable. Never make it feel like a chore.
- Make it meaningful by
choosing books your child can relate to. Characters she/he will love
and cherish forever.
- To use books as a starting
point to discuss real life experiences.
When you are reading with preschoolers you are teaching them that the
words
on the page have a meaning and together they create a story. You are
expanding their vocabulary and most importantly, you are teaching your child that they are
important to you and you want to spend quality time with them.
Did you know? Children who
are read to do far better in school than those who are not read to.
So you are on board with reading but not sure where to begin?
Here are a few tips for getting started.
- Books everywhere - Have
books everywhere. In the car, bathroom, under their pillow and by their
bedside. Keep books on the coffee table in the living room and on the
shelves in their room. Visit your public library often.
- Set a special reading time -
Bedtime works well for us but you should choose the best time for you.
- 15 minute rule - Read for at
least 15 minutes a day. Half an hour is even better.
And
finally:
Raise a
reader by being a reader
By
teaching your child the love of reading you are giving them a great
gift. A gift of endless knowledge and pleasure that will enrich their
lives forever.
Looking
for some great reads? Check out these sections:
Oldie
but a Goody - Classic books from a long time ago...
Classics
- Must read books from our time.
Eytan's
Favorite - Recommendations of books my son and his friends
simply love.
Fairy
Tale Stories - Stories all children should hear during their
preschool
years.
Great
Authors - Authors I simply love!
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"A
teacher affects
eternity"
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