Hello, dear parents! Are you also worried about the "mobile phone master" at home, watching him inseparable from the electronic screen every day, but the books are left out in the cold? I understand that it's like a never-ending war, you hold up the book, he holds up the phone, as if you are fighting for his soul. The good news is that I have a secret, a secret to getting kids to love reading! But wait, don't rush to thank me, because this secret requires the full cooperation of you, the parents!
First of all, we need an "actor" - that's right, it's you, dear parents! You're going to play a whole new role in front of your child – someone who loves to read. I know, it sounds "dramatic", but trust me, it's a worthy show. You'll need to put your phone down in front of your kids, turn off your computer, and even pretend to forget about those emails, meetings, and KPIs (of course, we know in our hearts how important they are). Now, let's talk about the script.
The script goes like this: a busy dad (or mom, we're not partial!) One day suddenly drop everything, take a book off the shelf and start reading. You may need to find a suitable time, such as before dinner, after your child has finished his homework, or on a weekend afternoon. Remember, your expression should be full of enthusiasm and excitement, as if you have discovered some treasure.
Oops, this book is so good! You can sigh, "Would you like to come and see?" ”
The child may stare at you with wide eyes, as if they were seeing aliens. "Aren't you usually busy? He might ask.
Oh, sometimes, I need to relax. You can answer something like, "And I think it's really interesting to read." ”
Gradually, the child's curiosity will be stimulated. He may sneak a glance at the book you're reading or start taking an interest in the story in the book. At this time, you can hand him the book and say, "Do you want to try it?" ”
If your child still doesn't want to try, that's okay! Remember, you are a person who loves to read, not a salesman. You can continue to enjoy your reading time and occasionally share the highlights of the book. Time will tell.
Slowly, the child will begin to notice your behavior. He will see how much you enjoy the process of reading, and he will begin to wonder: what fascinates you so much? By the time he finally opens the book, you've already won half of the battle.
Finally, when you see that children also start to enjoy reading, you will understand that it is all worth it. Don't forget to celebrate this little victory! You can take your child to the bookstore and let him pick a book on his own as a reward. Then he will feel what a beautiful thing it is to read.
So, dear parents, let's be a guide for our children's reading! Through our actions and passion, we can lead children on a journey of knowledge. Let them soar freely in the world of words and experience different emotions and adventures. In this way, they are not only able to broaden their horizons, but also invisibly improve their thinking skills and creativity. After all, reading is a door to endless possibilities. As long as we open this door for them, they will be able to discover a better world. So, let's be a guide for children to read! It's not just a responsibility, it's a priceless gift.