Getting Kids to Read

Ingenious Way to Motivate Reluctant Readers

by First Mate Keira February 7, 2012

by First Mate Keira I stumbled on an ingenious way to motivate my two reluctant readers. The one doesn’t like reading and will only do it if the book captures her quickly and only if the book is set down right in front of her face. The other likes to read, but has recently been [...]

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5 Ways to Set and Meet Reading Goals

by CaptainYarr January 24, 2012

by Captain Lyaf Yarr and First Mate Keira Most kids need motivation to start let alone finish a book. I’m going to share tips with on how to set and reach reading goals. I hope they help you! Required Reading for School: When you get a new book divide that book into how many days [...]

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Reading Even if Your Friends Don’t

by First Mate Keira December 13, 2011

by First Mate Keira Do you love reading? Do your friends think reading is dumb? Do they make fun of you for reading books outside of assignments? Don’t worry you’re not the only reader who has gone through something like this. Reading today is either an activity that is loved or hated. There doesn’t seem [...]

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10 Ways to Avoid Being Bored While Reading

by CaptainYarr September 18, 2011

by Captain Lyaf Yarr and First Mate Keira Does the thought of reading make you stir crazy? If you said yes, try these tips on for size to avoid boredom: Put on ambient music. It is important to pick music without lyrics otherwise you’ll find yourself singing to them instead of reading. Some types of [...]

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5 Reasons Why You Should Read with a Buddy

by CaptainYarr September 13, 2011

by Captain Lyaf Yarr If your the type of person that loves to read but also loves hanging out and seeing your friends, then why not read with your friends? It’s like killing two birds with one stone! Here are my 5 reasons why I think buddy reading is essential: Reading together is fun! No, [...]

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Get Bored While Reading? Kiss Boredom Goodbye in 6 Quick Steps

by First Mate Keira July 20, 2011

by First Mate Keira Do you find yourself falling asleep while reading? Are you constantly bored during school assignments? Conquer your boredom and perk up with these six easy steps: 1. Take a Music Break. Pick a song or two from your playlist and turn the volume up. Now get up sing, dance, and move [...]

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