Frequently asked questions by parents

What do to if my child hates reading?

If you have ever thought about this; or typed it into Google, you are not alone.

Many parents worry when their child hates reading and they get upset and frustrated.

I am here to support you and offer practical advice.

Why is this happening?

This could be happening because they find reading difficult and they become frustrated. This will affect their confidence and they'll be reluctant to continue reading. Despite this, with support you can change the narrative.

What can I do to help?

- find a topic that interests them

- gently introduce books and tasks that will develop that love for reading

- lean into their natural way of learning

I offer personalised one to one advice sessions, where I will go into detail on how I can best support your child's reading journey.

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Reading strategies for children

Every child reads in their own way. I offer a balanced approach that embraces how each child naturally connects to reading. I will share five of my top reading tips that are designed to support and empower parents and their children.

1. Follow their interests Whether its trains or planes, use what they are interested in. When they are interested, they will love what they read.

2. Read in different ways

Books aren't the only material to read - audiobooks, maps, comics, recipes. There is a wealth of reading material in our everyday lives; lean into that.

3. Bring reading to life

Choose an activity that connects with their reading material - for example baking a cake, visiting a museum or planting a flower. When reading comes to life, so do children's interest in reading.

What should a 6 year old be able to read?

Reading is different for every child. Despite this, the following describes what you might expect a child to read by the age of 6.

1. Showing interest in books and asking to read to you

2. Remembering words that they have read before

3. Retell familiar stories

4. Read their own reading back

How do I read with my child?

Be present and follow their cues. Make suggestions; for example; Let me read you a book before bedtime is a common one. Another tip is when you are out and about with your child, point out road signs and if you are eating out, talk about the menus. There is reading in every day life; lean into it.

How do I make reading enjoyable?

Make reading fun by complementing your child's interests. For example, if they enjoy baking, read recipes together. If they enjoy putting Lego bricks together, read instructions. If they are keen then create challenging activities, for instance, assembling a chair with your supervision (dependent on age of course).

How do I make reading accessible?

Reading is accessible in many ways. For example, big print books, audio books, and sensory books. Lean into your child's reading style; children listen to books and others enjoy tactile books, where they explore their senses (material books.)

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