If you have children, a vital part of helping them improve their reading is by reading yourself. Children often learn by example, so set an example by showing kids that reading is important and enjoyable. With many topics, it is often hard for parents to expect a child to do something that they would not do. When you are reading a book, talk about it at the dinner table. Tell your family what is happening in the book and that you cannot wait to continue reading it to find out what happens next.
Start reading to your child when she is very young and continue doing this as she grows up and until she no longer wants you to do this. Involve the rest of family by requiring each family member to take a turn reading to a young child. Try to schedule regular reading times throughout the day, such as reading at bedtime or after-dinner reading. Constantly encourage your child to read. The simplest way for anyone to improve her reading is to read. The more a person reads, the better that person will become at reading.
Not all children have the same thoughts about reading or are at the same level. Make it fun for your children by letting them choose books that interest them and do not limit reading to only books. Buy or borrow magazines, comic books or any other types of reading materials and make sure they are of interest to the child. A child is more likely to read if she has something to read that is interesting to her. Another way to help improve reading is to determine the best method of reading for the child. Some children read better out loud, while others do better reading to themselves. Let the child read in the way that is most comfortable for him.
One way to improve a child's reading is to consistently encourage reading. You can do this by taking her to the library often. Another idea is to sign the child up for library reading programs or local children's book reading events. Try to consistently cause your child to be interested in books by talking with him about it. For example, while you are reading a book with him, stop periodically to ask him questions about the book, such as, "What do you think the mouse will do next?" Children often love to guess what will happen next and this is also a good way to keep the child's interest.