Interestingly it was easier to teach my kids to read without power struggles than it was to read to them without power struggles. They were eager to learn to read and once they could read absolutely always read to themselves before bed, in the morning, and randomly throughout the day so that part has always been easy at least. Now that they're older they can tolerate me reading aloud a bit again. Though if someone is going to read aloud they much prefer it to be them, reading comics as dramatically as possible. And then switching roles because the other's lines were just too fun and they both need a turn. I wish I could go back in time and tell myself that their lack of enthusiasm for read alouds as toddlers meant absolutely nothing about how they would feel about reading later! We always focused on looking for opportunities for nerdy learning joy generally and fit in reading aloud as tolerated and so far so good!
This is so insightful, and it takes away the pressure. A little is better than forcing kids to read. Reading should be fun. Thank you for this post.
LOVE. Off to go read some DogMan.
GIRL 🙌
Interestingly it was easier to teach my kids to read without power struggles than it was to read to them without power struggles. They were eager to learn to read and once they could read absolutely always read to themselves before bed, in the morning, and randomly throughout the day so that part has always been easy at least. Now that they're older they can tolerate me reading aloud a bit again. Though if someone is going to read aloud they much prefer it to be them, reading comics as dramatically as possible. And then switching roles because the other's lines were just too fun and they both need a turn. I wish I could go back in time and tell myself that their lack of enthusiasm for read alouds as toddlers meant absolutely nothing about how they would feel about reading later! We always focused on looking for opportunities for nerdy learning joy generally and fit in reading aloud as tolerated and so far so good!
Sarah, I am reading the acknowledgments in Claire Swinarski’s new book and here you are!!! 🩷👏🩷
Wait, what?! The Supper Club Saints or Each and Every Spark?
The Supper Club Saints!
🤯🤯 This is news to me! 😂😂