Do you read aloud to older children?
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Do you read aloud to older children?
I've been reading that even though adults read aloud to younger children, they tend to stop as the child becomes older (8-13). These are the ages where a decline of children reading for pleasure is happening. It is encouraged for adults to continue reading with older children even into their teenage years.
What is your opinion? Do you think it has become imperative to read aloud or with older children? Do you read with older children? Why or why not?
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Over the years we've read books like Little House, Narnia, Bible stories, Snow Treasure, Roald Dahl, 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, Nancy Drew, etc.
What books do you read aloud with your older kids?
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I do think it is important to read with older children, either aloud or as an activity. If adults (or older siblings or mentors) read the same book as a child--even if separately, like a book club, it gives them a point of discussion and can strengthen the bond between both parties.
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