How to Foster a Love of Reading in Your Child

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Moroccan Harira:

• Simmer a soup with tomatoes, lentils, chickpeas, and lamb, flavored with spices like ginger, cinnamon, and saffron.

• Serve with lemon wedges and dates for a traditional Moroccan meal.

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How to Foster a Love of Reading in Your Child

Reading is more than just a skill; it's a gateway to a world of imagination, knowledge, and lifelong learning.

1. Start Early and Make It Routine

• Begin Early: Read to your child from a young age with colorful and engaging books.

• Daily Habit: Make reading a regular part of your daily schedule, like bedtime stories or morning reading time.

2. Create a Reading-Friendly Environment

• Accessible Books: Keep a variety of books easily accessible at home.

• Cozy Space: Set up a comfy and inviting reading area with good lighting.

3. Be a Reading Role Model

• Show Them: Let your child see you reading often.

• Share: Talk about what you’re reading and why you enjoy it.

4. Encourage Their Choices

• Freedom to Choose: Let your child pick books that interest them.

• Celebrate: Praise their reading milestones and progress.

5. Make Reading Fun and Interactive

• Get Creative: Use props or act out scenes from books to make reading exciting.

• Discuss: Talk about the stories and connect them to real-life experiences.

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"Children are made readers on the laps of their parents." - Emilie Buchwald