Motivating your child
| Set aside time each night to read with them or to them. | |
| Spend an afternoon on the weekend at the public library choosing books for the MS Read-A-Thon. | |
| Post their MS Read-A-Thon booklist on the fridge and check in with them frequently on their progress. | |
| Set a great example – show your enthusiasm for books and make reading time fun. | |
| Set up some family reading time in place of an hour of television during which the whole family reads. | |
| Set a reading goal with your child and continue encouraging them to reach it. | |
| Find out what your child's reading interests are and help them find related books. | |
| Once your child has read a book, talk to them about why they liked/disliked it. Start your own book club! | |
| Encourage your child to “buddy-up” with a sibling or friend and read with or to them. This is great for younger children who may need more help with their reading. | |
| Sponsor your child. Even a small pledge will boost their confidence and encourage them to work towards their reading goal. |


