An indispensable guide to welcoming children--from babies to teens--to
a lifelong love of reading, written by Pamela Paul and Maria Russo,
editors of The New York Times Book Review.
Do you remember your first visit to where the wild things are? How about
curling up for hours on end to discover the secret of the Sorcerer's
Stone? Combining clear, practical advice with inspiration, wisdom, tips,
and curated reading lists, How to Raise a Reader shows you how to
instill the joy and time-stopping pleasure of reading.
Divided into four sections, from baby through teen, and each illustrated
by a different artist, this book offers something useful on every page,
whether it's how to develop rituals around reading or build a family
library, or ways to engage a reluctant reader. A fifth section, "More
Books to Love: By Theme and Reading Level," is chockful of expert
recommendations. Throughout, the authors debunk common myths, assuage
parental fears, and deliver invaluable lessons in a positive and
easy-to-act-on way.