6 easy tips to keep kids reading

We’re loving these fun-filled activties by Kalamat (that means ‘words’ in Arabic) publishing house  to help kids across the UAE to continue turning the pages of their books. 

 

1. Create a cozy reader’s corner

Create a quiet and cozy space for reading at home, and dedicate time regularly for uninterrupted reading. Turning reading into a special routine for children will help them eventually turn to books naturally and practice it as a daily habit.

 

2. Read the book beforehand

Parents, get to know the book by reading  the book before your child does. You’ll  easily step into any characters while storytelling. Bringing the book’s events to life will make these reading sessions livelier and children will surely want more.

 

3. Get their opinion on the cover

Begin your child’s reading journey with a discussion of the book’s cover.  Use a fun guessing game, asking them what they think the book could possibly be about judging by the cover. Who knows, some may want to explore the author and illustrator too!

 

4. Book reviews – a must

Going through a book’s events, getting the child’s reflections and impression of a story is a great way to gain an in-depth understanding of their thought process and evaluate their cognitive levels. It is also a window into learning how a child might approach similar situations in life. The exercise usually ends up in new discoveries about children’s personalities.

 

5. Encourage kids to draw their version of the story

Unleashing their creativity through pictorial interpretations of the stories they read is a fab way to create an artistic and intellectual space within which they can freely express themselves and actively develop new ideas they gain from reading.

 

6. Let children be storytellers

Doesn’t matter which era we are in, children will always love to be their parents’ parent! It gives them confidence and triggers their hidden potential. Kalimat says parents must encourage their children to assume the role of the author and lead storytelling sessions. This will improve their expression and communicative skills, give them confidence and aid personality development.

 

Most of Kalimat books are in Arabic, which is great if your kids are learning this rich language, and why wouldn’t they be? Plus, Kalamat will deliver books anywhere across the UAE

For more information about Kalimat, visit: kalimatgroup 

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