![]() If you haven't had luck getting your kids excited about the treasured books of your childhood here is a sly trick: swap out your older edition for a fresher-looking one. Introduce your kids to an old favorite-but there’s a catch Case in point: A first-grader may not have the stamina to read Mary Pope Osborne’s classic Magic Treehouse books on his own yet, but the graphic novel adaptations may be perfect for him. Graphic novels are an absolute goldmine for hooking many kids onto (or back onto) reading. ![]() For kids who feel lukewarm about stories, try some high-interest nonfiction. If you’re a family that mostly reads picture books, you might try an illustrated chapter book read-aloud instead. It is so captivating that you might stay in the car, still listening, after arriving at your destination - and it may even lead to an interest in other books by the same author. Roald Dahl’s Matilda, which has a terrific narration by actress Kate Winslet. It's a great way to distract kids and keep down the squabbling on vacation car rides. ![]() Try These Tricks for a Family Reading Reset
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