While not every child will choose reading as their favorite pastime, there are lots of ways to help them build good habits and foster a love of books:
Start reading at a young age Model good behavior: if your child sees you read, they'll want to as well Make reading part of your routine Keep lots of books around Give books as gifts for birthdays and holidays Create a reading nook: having a cozy space in your home that is designated for reading is a great way to encourage it Get a library card: create excitement by making an outing out of picking new books to read Let your child choose what to read Try different types of books: all reading is good, including comic books, cookbooks and magazines! Read what they read: turn it into a family activity by reading the same books as your child and discussing what you read together Take turns reading out loud Travel with reading materials: instead of offering electronics when your kids are bored during long outings, try offering books Read with friends: encourage your child to start a book club with their friends so they can all discuss what they're reading as a group