Buy books for Christmas! Chances are your children have loads and loads of stuff. Our family gives used books as gifts all the time. I scour used book sales and online book stores all the time for gifts. Now, Dyslexia runs rampant in our family; consequently, reading is even more important for kids with learning differences. What if they are reluctant readers? Do you think my family is different from yours? I’ve had that battle with teens who don’t want to read anymore for pleasure. (Too often, they want to use Sparknotes instead of books for school work, too.) I’m not a purist. The key is to get your child to read a book, graphic novel, even a comic book. I have purchased stacks of Calvin and Hobbes as gifts.
What is my secret? I buy books to tantalizing to put on a shelf. Figure out the kid’s main interest. Paul is obsessed with shoes. I’m buying him books about sneakers. Really!
Does your child like to bake? Shop for cookbooks at the local library sale!
Is your teen interested in building catapults or trebuchets? Start here. Take note! These types of books often lead to an interest in learning more of the history of early warfare. More reading!
Build on your kid’s interests: gift, soccer, horses, etc. Give them a related book. Introduce your child to the joy of reading! Who knows where this Joy will lead?
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