Do you have a child who is struggling with reading? If you also have a family dog, you may be in luck. Some kids don't like to do the required practice it takes to properly learn how to read. But the family dog can help your struggling reader learn more quickly. How? By just sitting there.
(c) Lyn Lomasi That's right. All you need to do is ask your child to read your dog some stories. This can be a good activity to keep your dog busy, in addition to being helpful for your child.
Pick a quiet space. Obviously, the dog is not going to be attentive if there is too much going on. Neither is your child. Choose a spot for the reading where there won't be interruptions or loud noises going on. It's also a good idea to use pillows, a beanbag chair, or another cozy space to keep them both comfortable.
Make it a routine. Have a specific time every day that your dog needs to hear his stories. Let your child know what that time is and plan it according to what seems to work for both your child and the dog. A good example would be the time the dog normally takes a nap. That way, everyone will be relaxed.
Keep it fun. Don't worry about whether your child is pronouncing everything correctly or not. Just let her read to the dog and have fun. Save the lessons for homeschool or study time. This time is intended to encourage, inspire, and delight your child.
Have you tried this yet or have ideas or questions? Let us know in a comment below!
Last updated on 12/8/2020
Pick a quiet space. Obviously, the dog is not going to be attentive if there is too much going on. Neither is your child. Choose a spot for the reading where there won't be interruptions or loud noises going on. It's also a good idea to use pillows, a beanbag chair, or another cozy space to keep them both comfortable.
Make it a routine. Have a specific time every day that your dog needs to hear his stories. Let your child know what that time is and plan it according to what seems to work for both your child and the dog. A good example would be the time the dog normally takes a nap. That way, everyone will be relaxed.
Keep it fun. Don't worry about whether your child is pronouncing everything correctly or not. Just let her read to the dog and have fun. Save the lessons for homeschool or study time. This time is intended to encourage, inspire, and delight your child.
Have you tried this yet or have ideas or questions? Let us know in a comment below!
Last updated on 12/8/2020
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