Drop Everything and Read Day Ideas

Reading is an important part of a child’s development and helps to expand their knowledge and imagination. As parents, it’s essential to encourage our children to read regularly. One way to get your kids interested in reading is by joining book-related activities together. Here are some ideas to try:

• Start a family book club and make it an exciting event for everyone involved! Choose a book that’s suitable for all ages and discuss it together. But why stop there? Here are some creative ideas to take your family book club to the next level:
  • Host a book-themed movie night: Instead of watching a movie, pick a book that has been made into a movie and watch it together. Make it fun by having a theme for the night, like wearing something inspired by the book (such as socks with ducks if you’re reading a book with ducks), or preparing snacks that are related to the book.
  • Bring the book to life: Have each member of the family bring something related to the book to share. This could be a craft, Lego project, or even a song inspired by the book. Let your creativity run wild!
  • Extend the invitation: Why not invite extended family members, such as aunts, uncles, and grandparents, to take part in the family book club? This is a great way to foster a love of reading and engage with each other as a family.

• Create a cozy reading nook: Give your child a special spot in your home where they can read comfortably. You don’t need a lot of space for this! Just grab a few pillows and blankets, and create a tent or fort-like area. You can even add fairy lights or lanterns to create a magical atmosphere.

• • To keep things fresh and exciting, change up the location of the reading nook every few weeks. You can also create a “reading kit” with a few favorite books, a cozy blanket, and a flashlight or book light. This way, your child can take the kit anywhere and still have a cozy place to read without making a big mess.

Remember, reading should be fun! By creating a cozy and inviting space for your child to read, you’re helping them develop a love of reading that will last a lifetime. At House of Education, we believe that reading is an essential part of a child’s development, and creating a special reading nook is a great way to make reading time something your child will look forward to each week. Use a few pillows, blankets, and chairs to make a tent, and add some fairy lights to create a magical vibe. This kind of space can be inviting to young readers and help foster a lifelong love of reading. Keep the setup simple if you have limited space, and you may even create a kit that you keep in a box in the closet. Make your home a House of Education, where learning is fun and enjoyable!

• Visit the library or bookstore: Take your child to pick out books they’re interested in. This is a great opportunity for your child to explore different genres and discover new authors. Make it a regular family activity to keep your child interested in reading. One of our favorite book outings is to local used book stores. Its fun and an affordable way to find new treasures.

Remember, reading is contagious! When your child sees you enjoying a book, they’re more likely to want to read too. Let’s inspire a love of reading in our little ones by making reading a top family activity. By joining book-related activities, creating cozy reading nooks, and visiting libraries or bookstores, we can help our children develop a lifelong love of reading.