Kudos to Bey and Jay for squeezing in reading sessions despite their elite schedules. Photo Credit: ABC.
These clever hacks will help you squeeze in those precious reading sessions with your little ones, even when you're as busy as Queen Bey herself. Because if Beyoncé can do it, so can we!
1. Read the Walls
Transform your walls into a canvas of imagination! Post favorite stories where they can easily be seen. When you have some down time, simply point to a story, and voila! Instant reading magic without even opening a book.
2. Recite and Rejoice
Pick a short book or poem to memorize together as a family. Then, instead of opening a book, practice reciting it from memory. Not only does this boost memory skills, but it also adds a fun twist to your reading routine.
3. Morning Book Blitz
Kickstart your day with a burst of literary energy! Keep books near the bed so when you wake up, you can grab a book and snuggle up for some quality reading time. It's a simple yet effective way to start the day with a dose of imagination and bonding. Rise and shine, bookworms!
4. Maintain Visionary Goals
Set your sights on reading milestones and let them be your guiding light! Whether it's helping your child to master simple sentences or learning new compound words, keep your eye on the prize. Motivate yourselves with fun rewards or challenges along the way.
5. Master Phonics
Improve your child's reading skills through phonics learning so they can read the book to you! lmagine the energy that will save you. At Jaifunde, we provide you easy Teach Me How To Read with ABC Beats worksheets and steps to unleash phonics learning, through the power of music, in your home. Play some of your favorite beats and let your child learn like a star.
6. Read-Aloud Digitally
We don't recommend too much screen time but it's great to know it's always there. Here is one of our favorite kid-friendly read-aloud YouTube channels!
7. Keep the Classics at Arm's Reach
Sundiata: The Lion King of Mali is our family's hands down classic book. It tells the tale of a young boy named Sundiata who overcomes adversity to become a legendary king. The book is always near and always makes my kids giddy to read.
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- Malena