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Reading plays an important role in children's ability to think critically about the information they encounter online.Here are some suggestions for using tech to build up reading habits and enjoyment in your child.
Use video games! This is great if your child already enjoys playing games. Find games which feature a good story (like age-appropriate RPGs, adventure games and fantasy games) to help develop their vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Find read along videos. Available on platforms like YouTube, you can find a range of popular storybooks with complete text and animated illustrations to engage your child.
Listen to an audiobook. Play a chapter during the school run or before bed to help ignite your child's imagination. These are great for building vocabulary, improving comprehension and properly pronouncing complex words.
Explore digital libraries. Often available with a subscription (or free through your child's school), your child can explore thousands of books that speak to their interests and are age-appropriate -- even for teens.
Search 'reading' at InternetMatters.org to learn more about the role reading can play in navigating information online.Start reading today to build up good habits for the future.#parents #reading #CriticalThinking #OnlineSafety #literacy #MediaLiteracy
