Winning Over Your Reluctant Reader
- 05/13/2026
- 12:21
- Seymour Admin
Battling a child who’d rather do anything but read? You’re not alone. Miss Jill has tips and tricks to help you encourage your children to discover the love of reading. Here are tried-and-true ways to help your family discover the joy of books!
TIPS AND TRICKS
Find What Works Best for Your Child:
Follow Their Interests
Non-fiction about sports, animals, science, or history, let their passions lead the way.
Interactive Books
The “You Choose” series lets kids steer the story; they’re invested because it’s their adventure.
Funny Books
Humorous stories keep kids engaged and turning pages. Laughter is a powerful hook for readers of all ages.
Graphic Novels
Yes, it counts! Pictures make reading feel less daunting and more like a reward.
Read Together
Family storytime or a shared book club discussion makes reading a social event.
Tie In an Activity
Plan a fun trip or activity inspired by what your child is reading to bring the story to life.
Lead By Example
Let your child see you enjoying a book. Modelling reading is one of the most effective tools.
Don’t Make It a Chore
Avoid forcing it or timing sessions. Joy, not obligation, is what builds lifelong readers.
Easy Readers at the Library
For beginner readers, the library has expanded our collection of phonics book sets and decodable book series. Check them out in the Easy Reader section of the Family Space. Miss Jill is always happy to assist!
Explore WonderBooks
Check out our WonderBooks collection! What are WonderBooks? Wonderbooks are an all-in-one audio and book that your child can listen to and read along with. WonderBooks are available in picture books, easy readers, and chapter books!
RECOMMENDED READS
Try these books to spark the reading habit!
Picture Books for Younger Readers
Watch Out For the Lion (Picture Book)- Brooke Hartman
Ploof (Picture Book)- Ben Clanton
The Duck Never Blinks (Picture Book)- Alex Latimer
Series Books for Beginner Readers
We Both Read (Series)- Various Authors
BOB Books (Book Packs)- Various Authors
Meg and Greg (Series)- Elspeth Rae & Rowena Rae
Books For Older Readers
Dog Man (Graphic Novel Series)- Dav Pilkey
Junie B Jones (Graphic Novel Series)- Adapted by Colleen AF Venable
Choose Your Own Adventure (Series)- Various Authors
Miss Jill is always happy to help you find the perfect book for your child. Stop by the Family Space or ask at the desk! Can’t make it in? Check out our online catalog to find your family’s next great read!