Ask youngsters about what they read. Let them learn from your example that reading is valuable and fun. Don't be afraid if you aren't a very good reader. If you enjoy reading, then you are a good example. If you are trying to improve your own reading skills, then you may be the best example a child can have.
Many children learn to read through everyday activities.
When you are driving, point out what the signs say. You can make a game of learning to identify words. The same game can be played at the market. The market is a ready-made reading lab. Because the written word is just about everywhere, the opportunity to learn to read also is everywhere.