Print Motivation

Print motivation is encouraging a child's interest in and enjoyment of books.

Children who enjoy books and reading will be curious about how to read.

They will want to read more.

• Read together often, and make it fun. 

• Make sure you and your child are in a good mood and relaxed,
  so the experience is enjoyable

• Stop reading when your child becomes fussy or loses interest

• Choose books you enjoy - your child will respond to your enthusiasm

• Choose books your child enjoys at their appropriate age level

• Find books that spark your child's interests and share them often - repetition is wonderful!

• Let your child choose the books

• Keep the child involved while you are reading, ask questions and point out details

• You don't need to read the book word for word or even in one sitting. 
  Make sharing books a fun, relaxed time together

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