10 Approaches to Cultivate a Love of Reading in Students The interactive read-aloud allows opportunities for teachers to introduce

new types of stories and information and allows readers to share their
1. Read. If we're going to encourage kids to read, we need to do it too. Read ideas and learn from others.
a little more than you've been reading lately.  "Children's Literature as a Catalyst for Building a Community of
2. Share your reading experiences. Share with colleagues, friends and Readers:
students. Tell them what you've been reading what you've gained or Book clubs, literature discussion groups, and book talks are all great
learned from these texts, what you recommend. opportunities for building a community of readers through student-led
3. Invite students to socialize around reading. Set up book clubs, reading interactions and conversation.
groups, literature circles. It greatly enhances their comprehension and  "Children's Literature as a Vicarious Experience:
makes it so much more enjoyable. Children's literature provides a platform for children to experience people.
4. Organize a Read-a-Thon. A beautiful event that parents and places, and circumstances that they may not be able to experience in real
administrators can take a lead on setting up. Parents supplied snacks, life.
teachers and administrators read. It was fun and community building and  "Children's Literature for Developing Curiosity and Imagination:
they raised a lot of money. Reading aloud to children and letting them discuss what they have
5. Take a field trip. This is another way to make reading social and exciting. visualized during the read-aloud fosters imagination and supports for the
Visit your local library, a university library or a bookstore. understanding of text and the world around them.
6. Listen to audio books. Invite students to listen to them, play short  "Children's Literature as Example of Language Play:
passages. Audio books helps the students in developing, decoding or Reading aloud stories with a whimsical language encourages students to
fluency skills, you are acquiring vocabulary. explore ways to experiment with oral and written language.
7. Invite authors to speak. Another activity that can be supported by admin  "Children's Literature for Developing Narrative Competencies:
and parents. Kids can be greatly impacted from hearing an author speak Wordless picture books develop a sense of story and the various ways that
about reading and writing. narratives work.
8. Make connections between reading and other issues. Help students  "Children's Literature as Mentor Texts for Writing:
see the wider, historical and political context of the importance of reading "Reading like a writer" is a phrase surrounding the use of mentor texts in
to enhance their appreciation. reading and writing workshops. Mentor texts can encourage children in
9. Learn about specific needs for specific populations. Those their own writing and enjoyment.
responsible for teaching literacy also need professional development in  "Children's Literature for Developing a Sense of Being a Reader:
how to serve specific vulnerable populations. We need to meet the needs The challenges of reading can be highlighted to help students deal with the
of all learners. complexities of the reading process.
10. Teach reading strategies. In every content area, teacher should be  “Children's Literature as a Way of Coming to Know the World:
responsible for teaching reading. Text genres are different in every content Informational texts spark curiosity, encourage further reading and
area, teachers should receive PD in how to teach reading strategies so research, and answer many questions students pose.
that they can do so with students.  Children's Literature as a Way of Developing Reading Abilities:
Teachers can demonstrate proficient reading through think-aloud making
available their questioning and meaning-making strategies during the act
of reading.

Role of Children's Literature in Developing Love for Reading 10 Tips on How to Share Stories with Children
 "Children's Literature as a Space for Thoughtful Discussion:
1. Be prepared.
Read it yourself first and have a think about the characters and plot. This also
means that there will be no surprises that might trip you up as you read.
2. Get comfy.
Are there enough cushions and blankets to sit on? Can you be heard? Is there
enough light? If your children are easily distracted, they can draw or play games
quietly while you read, they'll still reap the benefits of your storytelling.
3. Holding the book.
You can hold the book wide open and to the side or put it between laps. Plus, you
can use your free hand to point out pictures and for grand gesture.
4. Get into character.
Using voices and songs is a great way to bring the story to life. You can go high or
low or change the speed from fast to slow to show the difference between
characters.
5. Mix it up.
Changing tempo is a great way to grab children's attention and build suspense or
add humor. Try slowing down or speeding up for different scenes.
6. Vary the tone.
If you're ready to more add strings to your bow, try contrasting your tone which is
good for sharing both voices and narration.
7. Add movement and props.
You can take it to another level by adding movements and props. Make your
movements as big or small as you like and invite the kids to join in.
8. Make it interactive, Involve your listeners!
You can ask them to repeat sentences, encourage them to add sound effects, get
them to count and name what they see and even let them guess what's coming
next.
9. Discuss as you read.
Speak your thoughts aloud as you read. Is there something similar you remember
happening in the world? Or a related memory from your childhood? Set an
example and your listeners will become active, engaged readers who make their
own connections.
10. Take it to a new level.
Challenge kids with stories above their reading level. When you get to something
difficult or new in the book, stop and repeat it slowly.