A Gift That Lasts A Lifetime

The love for books begins at an early age. Long before children can read, they enjoy hearing books read to them. This is especially true if the reader puts expression into the story.

As senior adults, you can motivate young readers to enjoy books on their own. Consider these guidelines:

Carefully choose books with good content. Avoid scary stories, stories with questionable behavior, and stories which contradict your moral values.

Choose books with pretty pictures.

If possible, let the child sit on your lap and even turn the pages for you.

Read the same books repeatedly. Children enjoy hearing stories more than once.

As children begin to read, have them read to you.

Buy a variety of books: those with funny stories; those which are informational in nature (historical, biographical, etc.); and, of course, Bible story books.

When reading, stop to explain words or actions which may not be understood.

Begin reading to children at a very early age to motivate them to read for the rest of their lives.

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