How to get the kids reading over the summer break
During the school term, school children read regularly as part of their class activities and homework. But over the long breaks from school, like the current summer break, it can be difficult for children to maintain that level of reading, resulting in a drop in their reading ability come school time.
So, how do we keep our kids engaged in reading over the long break?
Ryan Spencer, a Clinical Teaching Specialist and Lecturer in Literacy Education at the University of Canberra give us some tip on how to get the youngsters to pick up a book.