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Reading Together: A Free 5-Lesson Course for Parents

Five short lessons on choosing books with your child, building a reading routine that lasts, talking about stories, keeping reading enjoyable, and keeping the habit alive during busy weeks.

Self-guided online lessons (6–10 minutes each) with a printable weekly reading planner. No account, sign-up or payment.For Parents and caregivers of children roughly 2 to 10 years old. Ideas are adapted for ages 0–2, 3–5, 6–8 and 9–12 where they differ.Version 0.1
  1. 1 Lesson 1: Choose books togetherHow to pick books your child actually wants to read: follow their interests, mix easy and stretch books, and let them do some of the choosing. 8 min
  2. 2 Lesson 2: Build a reading routine that lastsAnchor shared reading to something your family already does every day, keep it short, and make the books easy to reach. 8 min
  3. 3 Lesson 3: Talk about storiesSimple ways to turn reading aloud into a conversation: pause, ask open questions, follow your child's comments and connect books to everyday life. 9 min
  4. 4 Lesson 4: Keep reading enjoyableProtect the fun: use voices, play with stories, avoid turning reading into a chore, and handle reluctance without pressure. 8 min
  5. 5 Lesson 5: Keep reading going in busy weeksA minimum plan for hectic weeks, reading on the go, and getting back on track after the routine slips. Includes a printable weekly planner. 7 min