Today's Tip for Families

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10-04-2024

Make Read-Aloud Time Better Than Ever

Want to help your child strengthen vocabulary, improve reading scores and have fun—all in only 20 minutes a day? Make reading aloud together part of your daily routine.

To make reading aloud easier and more effective:

1. Pick a regular time—and stick to it. There is no bad time to read aloud. Some busy families plan reading time during baths or breakfast.
2. Read the book yourself before you read it aloud to your child. Reading aloud is performing. You will give a better performance if you're familiar with the text.
3. Read books you like. If you like the book, it is going to show on your face and be heard in your voice.
4. Leave your child wanting more. Stop a day's reading at a point when your elementary schooler is eager to hear what happens next.

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West Point Consolidated School District

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