How to get people to read

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I have always loved books and I think reading is the easiest way to learn and discover new worlds, especially for children. Everyone is always on their phones and computers and looking at a screen all the time is not good. I think it's sad when people say they dislike reading, they're missing out on something that could bring so much happiness into our lives. In this post, I am sharing a few ways you can encourage reading habits and teach children to read at home. These tips are for all ages.

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!. Read to your children before they are born. This probably sounds strange, but letting our baby hear your voice is special.

2. Gift books. For birthdays, Christmases and other celebrations, give family and friends books as a gift. The book could be about something they enjoy, are interested in and teaches them life lessons.

3.Take trips to the library. Go to your local library and choose books to take home and read for the week. If you don't want to borrow books, you could sit in the library and read. This is a great way to take a break from your busy life and have some quiet time to yourself. It can also be a way to spend quality time with your child. Trips to the library may end up being your child's favorite childhood memories.

4. Read before bed. This is a an obvious tip which a lot of people do but it is effective. Instead of watching TV or scrolling through social media, read a chapter or two of a book. It will help you relaxx and settle down for a good night sleep.

5. Read a book based on a movie and then watch it. For an educational experience, read a book which is based on a movie, watch the movie and then discuss differences between the book and the movie. Talk about which one you liked better.

6. Get travel books. When you are planning to take a trip, find books about the destination and read them before you go. It's great to share facts with each other.

7. Introduce kids to books from your childhood. Tell your children about the books you read as a child and if those books are still available, get them for your child to read. It's so nice to share a piece of your childhood with them. The first book series I read was The Babysitters Club by Ann M Martin and Sweet Valley Twins by Francine Pascal.

8. Have a family book club. Choose a book everyone can read and ask each other questions about it and have a discussion. You could to this with your friends who love reading too.

If you're in lockdown and have nothing else to do, pick up a book and read! Here is a quote I love:

"I do believe something very magical can happen when you read a good book" - J.K. Rowling

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