 The holiday winter break can be a time to nurture a love of reading in children. Without the structure of school days, parents and caregivers can create fun, low-pressure ways to encourage kids to dive into books, and continue to build their knowledge. Here are some simple and effective strategies to inspire school breaks filled with continued reading.
1. Create a Cozy Reading Nook Set up a comfortable and inviting space for reading. Add soft blankets, pillows, and good lighting to make the area feel special. 2. Set Aside Daily Reading Time Establish a routine for reading, even if it’s just 20 minutes a day. Whether it’s a bedtime story, a quiet afternoon session, or a shared reading time for the whole family, making reading a part of the day helps kids build a habit. 3. Let Them Choose Choice is powerful! When children select the books they want to read, whether it’s a fantasy novel, a graphic novel, or even a magazine they will want to read more. Feeling in control of their reading material makes them more likely to engage. 5. Model Reading for Enjoyment Show your kids that reading isn’t just something they have to do for school—it’s something you enjoy, too. Share your favorite books, read alongside them, or start a family book club to discuss what everyone is reading. 6. Engage with Audio For kids who are reluctant readers or enjoy storytelling, audiobooks are a fantastic option. You can tap into ReadWorks read-aloud protocol for how to use audio with reading levels to continue to build background knowledge and practice reading comprehension. 7. Use ReadWorks! It's basically a free online library. Perfect for those cold winter months. Stay inside and get new things to read right on your devices! Leverage your free ReadWorks account o access a wide range of age-appropriate reading materials. Choose interesting topics that your child is interested in by searching out library. Use the audio feature if the reading passage is not at a challenging reading level. You can also print out our fun decodables for K-2 on relative break topics like winter, snow, and cultural holiday traditions. 8. Tie Reading to Activities Pair books with fun activities to make the experience more dynamic. Read a story about snow, then go outside to play in it. Or choose a book about cooking and try a new recipe together. 9. Celebrate Progress Celebrate their reading achievements over the break, whether it’s reading one passage, trying a new book, listening to an audio book, attempting a challenging read, or just spending time with stories and the written word.
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