How to Read to Grade-School Children

Here are some tips to help you and your school-age child have the most enjoyable read-aloud experience. · Start by discussing what you read the day before. This reminds your child of what happened and gets them interested in today’s reading. · Use expression when reading. Change your voice for the different characters. This helps the listener know who’s speaking. · Reading aloud is an art, you might need to practice. You could listen to a book on tape to help you improve your skills. · Don’t read too quickly; give your child a chance to picture the images the … Continue reading