Ways for Promoting Literacy and Love for Reading in Kids.
Are you a parent and you don't know how to promote literacy and love for reading? Has your child ever developed the problem of reading ? Don't worry.
Certainly, promoting literacy and love for reading in kids is a wonderful way to set and prepare them for lifetime of learning and enjoyment. I have prepared various tips that can help your kid to develop love for literacy and reading
1.Start early.
Begin to read to your child as early as from infant,even if the kid doesn't understand the wording,but they can enjoy the sounds and rhythms and tone of your voice. You may wonder how possible is that,but keep on reading for him or her. Just have a positive mind for your kid even if she has not developed fully. By doing so you create love for reading.
2. Create a Reading Routine.
Ensure that you stick to your reading schedule. You should have a daily reading routine such as bedtime stories,this will broaden your baby's mind and makes reading a habit.
3. Be a role model in reading
Children often emulate or copy their parents behavior. You should try and read books, magazines, newspapers infront of your children. They will be motivated and become eager to know how to read on those journals.
Don't ever deny the kid the chance even to look at the pictures inside the books or Newspaper,because if you rebuke them , they will develop negative attitudes towards reading
4. Read A loud.
Ensure that you read a loud to your kids,even after they start reading on their own . Also allow them to read loud so that they can have the following benefits:
Helps in building vocabulary.
Improves comprehension and active listening.
Reduces stress and makes them happy.
It improves working memory.
5. Build a Home Library
Ensure that your home has a variety of age appropriate reading books.The library should contain books like Sound and Read,My first Book to Read,My first Sound to Read,from pre-school up to University levels. You can also take your kids to community libraries or the National Libraries to read more books.
6. Join a Reading Program.
As a parent you should search and know the community that have reading programs and events for kids. For example the kid can join various clubs for reading in the society . Even some churches have the the programs for children participating in the competition of reading from the scriptures. They are told to open a certain chapter and a verse and the first one to get is being rewarded. This will create curiosity for children to read more.
7. Ask Questions
Give the child time to read a book and then ask the questions. Either you can ask them to narrate what they have read,characters or their favourite parts. Through asking questions makes them to be more keen and develop more concentration when reading a certain story. It also helps them to comprehend and develop critical thinking.
8. Let them choose.
Allow your kid to choose or select books that interest them. Even if it's not what you would like to choose, their enthusiasm for the topic is more important. Do not ever.111 discourage them for the books they have chosen. Just encourage them to read and contemplate what is in the book. Respect their reading choices,even if they want to reread the same books ,just allow them and don't be harsh to them.
9. Limit Screen Time
Most of the kids nowadays are fond of looking at the screen so much.They can mean to watch their favourite movies of various series, either of cartoons and forget to read. You should set strict rules and boundaries when to watch the screen. Be encouraging the kid to read by setting reasonable limits on screen time,so that they have time for books.
10. Make it Fun.
You should employ funny voices and be humorous and comedic. If it's a story of a dog and a cat,just where and be like a dog or a cat and start reading for them. They will never forget about the stories and they will develop the interest of reading the books.
12. Celebrate Achievements. Whenever a baby makes a milestone in reading books,just appreciate them. Give them appraisal awards even by congratulating them or even promise to buy them their favourite toys or items,this will accelerate their reading habits. Positive reinforcement encourages reading . Always avoid small criticism even if they haven't achieved what you needed. By supporting them and encouraging them,gives them hope to work hard.
13. Support their Curiosity.
Most of the kids are curious and they keep on discovering and asking new things about certain areas like .Why am I a boy or a girl,who is God and who created me.You can read for them books and explain to them so that they can easily understand. Take time to look for answers in the books and they will develop and will like reading.
14. Visit Author Events.
If possible look for the authors of the books or attend author's events or books signing to show the real people behind the stories.
Conclusion
Promoting literacy and love for reading starts with you as a parent. Always remember to encourage your child to read by building a home library, supporting their curiosity,reading in their presence.
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The Importance of a Good Night's Sleep for Kids: Tips and Tricks to Help Your Children Get the Rest They Need.
Are you tired of fighting the bedtime battle with your little ones?Do they keep on tossing and resist going to bed and keep on turning all night long? I understand how difficult and frustrating it can be,but what if I tell you that a good night sleep is not just important for your sanity but also for your child's overall health and well being.
The following are tips for and tricks to help your child get the rest they need:
1. Set an individualized bedtime
Most kids have patterns that don't change much,no matter what you do.Those who have the routine of waking up earlier even if they sleep late,they will still wake up earlier. They stay awake for some hours until their bodies are ready.
2.Set a wake up time
Setting a wake up time based on how long your kid needs time to go to bed and sleep. Create awake up time routine as early as preschool years to prevent stress in future and be consistent with the schedule.
Even if it's a weekend or a holiday , don't try to change the schedule because the kid will adjust to the current situation and when school time reaches ,they will be horrible to handle.
3.Create a consistent bedtime routine
Before dinner if the kid has come from school,they should have a light playtime,bath,do homework, bedtime story and then sleep. The routine should be accommodative and comforting.
4.Put off screens
Too much of screens affects the baby's emotional development including sleep disturbance, obesity, depression and anxiety. It promotes aggressive behaviours and hinder social and emotional competence.
Some of the parents have the tendency of giving their kids androids even at earlier age ,not knowing that they are destroying the emotional development of the kids.
Also the kids can mean to watch their favourite cartoons or movies ,until even if they are pressed for short and long call ,they ignore and they soil for themselves.
You are supposed to switch off or keep away your child from screens ,to create more time for sleeping.
5.Create a sleep-conducive environment
Make sure that the bedroom should be clean meaning you should ensure that all distractive things that make your kid not to sleep well are well organized.
Ensure that beddings are soft,the lights should be switched off to help the kid to distinguish between day and night. Also any kid of noise should be avoided to enable the kid to fall a sleep easily.
6.Keep it cool
The sleeping room should not be too cold or too hot. The temperature should be moderate and accommodating to the child. You should address the kid in a breathable cotton pyjamas and keep the room temperature at 65 to 70' F at night according to Whitney Roban,PhD, Clinical psychologist and sleep specialist.
7.Be on the look out for sleep disorders
Always try to find out what makes the kid to have sleep disorders. It could be nightmares that makes the child to be scared,maybe she could be snoring or disturbed by snores from others or breath through the mouth. Just consult your pediatrician Incase of any concerns .
8.Get exercise
Make sure your kid always plays a physical activity for 1 hour,because it makes the kid to relax her mind and accelerate the sleep. The kid falls a sleep faster inorder to recover the energy lost during the day. Alternatively, kids should avoid vigorously activities with 2 hours of bedtime.
Importance of good Night's sleep to kids
A good Night's sleep is paramount importance for children as it plays crucial role in overall development and well being.
It's a period which various physiological and psychological processes occur.
It helps children replenish their energy level,promote optimal physical growth and development.
Critical brain functions are enhanced, facilitating memory consolidation and learning retention while promoting concentration and effectiveness throughout the day.
Furthermore,deep slumber aids emotional and regulation by mitigating stress levels in children and facilitating better control over their emotions.
Promotes mood stability and reduces irritability or issues that can arise due to inadequate sleep patterns among kids.
Conclusion
In conclusion, a good night's sleep is crucial for the overall health and well-being of children. It not only helps them physically by aiding in their growth and development, but it also has a significant impact on their mental and emotional states. As parents, it is our responsibility to ensure that our children get enough quality sleep each night. By following the tips mentioned above and creating a consistent bedtime routine, we can help our kids reap the numerous benefits of a good night's rest. So let us prioritize our child's sleep and watch them thrive in all aspects of their lives.
Many mothers have a lot to sacrifice so that they can balance the workload. It needs commitment and submission inorder to succeed.
Am the one of them who struggles to fit at home and at office. I normally work up at 4 am ,prepare breakfast and I dress my kids and make sure they have taken their breakfast before they step out for school.
There are at times I feel like giving up. Imagine you have a 6 month year old , when you wake up to prepare breakfast the kid has woken up. It forces me to stop whatever I am doing ,I breastfed her intending for a sleep the kids end up playing.
She starts to cheer at you. Sometimes you feel like pinching her ,but your ego can't allow you because she is a kid. So I have to entice her with breastfeeding until she eventually sleeps.
There are at times she deceives that she has slept only to be amazed the calling of ma.ma.ma. imagine that's is almost 5:30 a.m and the older kid are waiting for you.
Sometimes at work it's so stressful. You are supposed to work from 8am to 5pm and you need to travel at a longer distance. Most of the time I am late for work because I can't manage to be on time.
During the clock out , I travel to a murram road. When it rains the motorbike sometimes tends not to pass through, because the roads are mud. It forces me to walk on foot for a longer miles so that I avoid getting stuck.
There are times I get rained on because I don't have any alternative. I don't have a personal car, so I have to wait until the rain stops so that I can proceed with my journey. Imagine it's almost 6pm and am supposed to be at home . Most of the times I reach home at 7:40-8:pm.
You are tired and upon reaching home , your house chores are waiting for you. You need to act out faster like a mother of the house ,so that things will not be in a mess.
Has or do your kids normally eat their food without any problem. Take a case where you prepare food and when you serve them ,it becomes hide and seek. Sometimes you have to sweet talk to them with all manners of names Daddy,PAPA,MUM,MA'AM and other names,so that they can eat well.
So it is my responsibility to organize myself and plan on my day to day activities, so that I can fulfill the task of the day. Even if you fill tired and exhausted and sometimes try to help your nanny so that your kids will have a good life.
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Personal connection with the Lord it's the vehicle that opens up the heavens so that your requests and petitions may be heard.
I believe praying before you sleep is a great way to end your day .So many things can happen during a day, so many things could have happened , so many things might have happened, but don't overlook the fact that you are loved and cared for by the Lord Jesus christ so much.
So that He kept you, he protected you and kept you safe .
Today consider how many people in the world woke up today, but won't ever sleep in their bed again .
So at the end of each and every day, take a moment to appreciate life ,take a moment to appreciate the goodness of God ,his protection and his mercy, take a moment just to simply say thank you Lord for keeping me safe today, thank you for your protection and for your grace and I say all of this so that you might experience the peace that is spoken of in the bible.
In john 14 verse 27
It says Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
To summarize what this scripture says ,it is well I have peace, because the word of God tells me not to let my heart be troubled ,I have peace because the word of God tells me too not be afraid.
Jeremiah 17 verse 7. It says the blessed is the man who trusts the lord,whose confidence is in him.
So now I encourage you to repeat thisprayer after me,but most importantly believe that the Lord is listening.
Raise your faith and speak these words with boldness and conviction and now let us pray.
Lord jesus I thank you for seeing me through this day,
I thank you for ordering my steps and protecting me and this evening Lord I ask for your mercy.
Forgive me for sinning whether in thought or deed, forgive me lord,clean my life with your precious blood,my praise and adoration is only to you because all glory belongs to you.
All the honor belongs to you,tonight I invite your presence to be all-around me,
I invite you to create a peaceful and holy atmosphere in my room,holy spirit you are welcome in this place as I end my day.
Father I stand and I believe on your word.Your word which tells me,that when I trust in you,I will be like a tree planted by the waters,I will not fear when heat comes,but my leaves will be green and I will not be anxious in the year of drought.
I thank you lord for your word,your word that reassures me to trust you,for when I trust you, then I know that I have strength ,I have hope in tomorrow.
When I trust you Lord Jesus then I can never be removed or separated from you,and so I place my heart and soul in your hands.
Thank you for your kindness and love,I take you lord as my only refuge,you are the one who lays a hold of me after a long day,and it's in you that I find sweet rest and i pray that you give me peaceful rest tonight.
Lord watch over me and guard me with your angels,to you Lord Jesus my savior I commit all of my trust,I commit all of my concerns and burdens.
Father as I seek your face and your presence,I have an expectant heart that you will have mercy on me and hear my prayer.
I am grateful that you are always available when i need you,you are always there to offer your love and grace,so I look to you for direction I look to you for counsel,I refuse to lean on my own understanding because when I look at the way things are and everything going on in this world, I realize that true peace and lasting joy can only be found in you lord Jesus.
This time I pray that you guard my family,guard my loved ones,I have faith in you to be a hedge of protection around me even for my family.
I believe you will even form a hedge of protection around my family and my loved ones,
I ask that you place a hedge of protection around our health and around my home so that the enemy may know not to come6any further and not to touch me or my family.
I ask that you give me the strength,give me the faith to stand firm in your word,your word that says in
Ephesians 6:16In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.
With your word as a lamp to my feet Lord I can stand firm and endure any trial.I pray that you stand by me Lord Jesus,I don't know what I will face tomorrow,but I do know that your word tells me to submit to you for you will make my path straight.
I know that your word in the book of Isaiah tells me that,when I pass through the waters you will be with me and when I pass through the rivers they will not sweep over me,when I walk through the fire I will not be burned and the flames will not set me ablaze.
In your word I place my confidence for tomorrow,in your word I place my hope and faith for tomorrow,you are a God who never sleeps nor slumbers ,but you are always watching over me.
You are faithful not to let my foot slip,you are faithful to renew your mercies every morning.I thank you father for being a God who knows the number of hairs on my head and you say in your word that I am not to fear because I am more valuable to you than many sparrows.
My dear lord I ask that the blood of Jesus Christ ,the risen King to cover my steps,everything I can ever need or want can be found in you.
Healing can only be found in you,restoration comes only through you and my protection is under the blood of Jesus,the blood that never loses its power.I bless your name and I trust you to watch over me
Thank you for hearing my prayer in the mighty name of Jesus Christ
