World Book Day is an annual event aimed at encouraging reading for pleasure among children. This time, the event has found that more than a third of children their reading choices are judged by adults around them. Cassie Chadderton, CEO of World Book Day, says: “It discourages them, it puts them off reading for pleasure and by choice”. The study involved 1,000 7- to … [Read more...] about Children Put Off Reading For Pleasure
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Children Prefer Screens To Books, Laureates Warn
Ahead of a campaign to boost literacy, a children’s laureate has warned that reading is suffering as children, especially under-seven, are preferring screens to books. This is all due to the instant gratification by digital tablets, e-games, and smartphones that sap children’s attention span needed to indulge in literacy. Authors including Sir Michael Morpurgo and Malorie … [Read more...] about Children Prefer Screens To Books, Laureates Warn
Parents be Mindful About What Their Children Are Reading
Reading habits are developed from a young age, which benefits lifelong. Exploring all the genres and what you prefer are all individual choices. Parents try to introduce books that are motivating, growth-boosting, and have moral value. But sometimes, regulating content is tough. However, exposure to various themes means there can be age-inappropriate elements, emotionally … [Read more...] about Parents be Mindful About What Their Children Are Reading