In my experience, most boys have different interests than most girls. YES, it’s a generalization. Although in this case, it’s for a specific purpose — FOR READING. Boys (and girls) like to read what’s interesting to them. They also want good books. And that’s why I’ve made this list of books that generally appeal to a […]
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How Reading Easy Books Benefits Your Child
This weekend, my daughter read three books. In about two hours. No, she’s not a speed reader, she just read books that were really, really easy for her. And, I totally endorsed it. In fact, I want you to try it with your kids as well. Reading too easy books is a great strategy to get your […]
3 Essentials to Get Kids Reading Over the Summer
“Mom, I don’t have anything to do. I’m bored,” whines my child. Again. (As if anything I’m going to tell her do, she’ll do, ’cause we all know that ain’t happening.) Generally, I tell her the same thing every time she whines: “Read a book. Books beat boredom.” (Yes, I stole it from a Mo […]
Read Audiobooks, Kids!
Believe it or not, audiobooks for kids count as reading and are a great way to get kids to read and into good books. Benefits of Audiobooks for Kids Audiobooks count as reading. Audiobooks are quiet. Audiobooks are motivating for reluctant readers. Audiobooks build reading skills such as these: vocabulary background knowledge visualization listening skills Audiobook […]
Wacky Books for Reluctant Readers
When you have a child who doesn’t want to read, a reluctant reader, try to get them engaged in a wacky book or silly story. Help your child get started on a book by reading the book aloud to them for a few chapters. If it’s funny, chances are good that he will continue on his […]
Burning Questions and Fantastic Feedback About Book Love
Readers, thank you for being awesome and supporting Book Love! Some of you have emailed me with questions. Also, I want to share the positive feedback I’me hearing, too. Q: Can I still buy Book Love even though I don’t have a Kindle? A: Yes, you can buy it to read in on the computer […]
11 Reasons to Buy My New Book Today
This is the big day, friends!! I am launching my new book, Book Love: Help Your Child Grow from Reluctant to Enthusiastic Reader. To celebrate, I giving extra bonuses to everyone who buys Book Love today through November 18. I’ve created an entire page telling you specifics of the book with endorsements from over 30 […]