Morning Star Families,
The month of March is National Reading Month:
National Reading Month is celebrated in March to honor Dr. Suess’s birthday. March was designated as National Reading Month to celebrate Dr. Suess. He was born on March 2, 1904. Dr. Suess was not a doctor at all, he was a writer and an illustrator of very popular children’s books almost all of us have at some point in our lives read such as, “The Cat in the Hat” and “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”. He also wrote several books for beginner readers like “One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish”. He received a Pulitzer Prize in 1984 for his contribution to the education of America’s children and their parents.
Many say, we are losing our reading culture as a society. That is why this designated National Reading Month is so important to help us revive our reading habits. Reading is one of the best habits to develop; it strengthens the mental muscles, helps to improve comprehension and analytical abilities, and increases imagination and boosts memory. Good reading habits can lead to academic success and future achievements.
It's so important to engage our students and have conversations about reading. As parents you are their first educators by raising awareness about the importance and value of reading.
Here are some ways to encourage your child to read at home:
- Read with your child or have them practice reading aloud to you
- Visit the library, libraries are a terrific resource
- Model good reading habits by letting them see you read books, recipes, or directions
- Establish a designated reading time every night or on the weekends.
- Create a special reading spot.
- Write short notes to your child to read
- Keep a variety of reading materials at home
- Restrict television time
- Be patient
- Be enthusiastic
Reading should be fun, engaging, and interactive!!
Many Blessings,
