You can have a new adventure every time you share a book (and it’s a fantastic way to enjoy time together without screens). As well as being fun it can help you feel closer because stories can spark chats.
Here are some pointers from BookTrust:
- Make it personal: Why not make your child the star, or set it in your home town? Ask questions, too – what do they think will happen next?
- Bring it to life: Try using a soft toy to tell the story or experiment with silly voices. If your child can already read, perhaps take turns reading paragraphs.
- Create a reading space: Get your children involved in creating a fun or cosy space to read stories. Gather blankets or find a comfy chair. You could even find a reading spot in your garden or local park.
- Make up your own story: Why not create your own story? Or forget about the words, just enjoy looking at the pictures together. You can dip in and out of a book – or read a favourite again and again.
- Take books on the move: Books aren’t just for bedtime – you can share a story anytime, anywhere. Why not take a book with you to the park, on the bus or to a cafe . . .
And by the way . . .
There is no wrong way to share books. So pick up whatever you both fancy and start making reading magic . . .
