Daily Tips for Families

Today's Tip for Families

01-23-2024

Some of the best reading times take place after you've closed the book. After you finish reading a book together, ask your child to:

Retell the story. Let your child choose the words—they don't have to match the author's.
Imagine being in the story. What would your child do?
Make personal connections. Has your child ever felt the way one of the characters in the book does?
Think about different points of view. How would Little Red Riding Hood be different if it were told from the wolf's side?
Discuss pros and cons about the book—and explain opinions. You might even challenge your student to write a review of a book.
Talk about lessons. What did your child learn from the book?
Find locations. If the book was set in the real world, get out maps or a globe. Find the countries or cities mentioned.

Thinking and talking about books enriches your child's reading experience.

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Nye County Schools
Pahrump, NV