This summer, TeamUP! Tutors is encouraging all of our students to read, read, read! If you’re the parent of a reading machine, congratulations! For those whose children may need a bit more encouragement, or who want to ramp up family reading time this summer, here’s expert advice on how to encourage reading at home:

• find books to match your child’s individual interests
• try a variety of genres from fantasy and mystery to non-fiction and comics
• leave reading materials lying around
• read to your children, even the big ones
• make sure your kids catch you reading often
• visit the library frequently and ask your librarian for help
• invite children read to younger siblings or neighbors
• set aside a regular family reading time each day
• never bully, nag, bribe, or criticize reading skills or materials

Studies show that the more children read, the better readers and writers they become. Visit your local library to take advantage of this completely free activity that helps keep brains active all summer long.