Your involvement with your
child this summer can make all the difference in whether the Library program
is an exciting adventure or a frustrating experience. Here are some ideas to
help you make this summer’s Library program all that it can and should be
for your child.
HELP
YOUR CHILD SET A REALISTIC BOOK GOAL for the summer. Try to encourage a
goal that will challenge the child, but not one so ambitious that reading
becomes a chore or successful participation too great a test.
ESTABLISH A REGULAR TIME FOR READING in your home for all members of the
family.
SHOW
GENUINE INTEREST in the stories or programs your child discovers during
the summer.
APPRECIATE ALL BOOKS THE CHILD SELECTS even the ones that look “too easy.”
Summer is a time for fun, after all, and you can always guide your child to a
more challenging book the next time you visit the Library.
READ
TO YOUR CHILD. Even if children are able to read themselves, they still
enjoy hearing good stories read to them.
READ
YOURSELF! And make sure your child knows you enjoy reading. There is
nothing like a good role model.
HELP
YOUR CHILD ATTEND special Library programs. Many children appreciate going
with friends. Your child might like to invite a friend or two to attend also.
