A Busy Mom's Guide: 100 Easy Ways to Get Kids Reading

by Kathleen Duey

Part how-to, part scrapbook, this parenting guide helps turn the grueling task of learning to read into an everyday pleasure. Taking into account a family's busy schedule, these activities and suggestions make reading fun whenever and wherever—turning short car trips and even breakfasts into opportunities to read. Parents are encouraged to create a reader-friendly environment at home by setting aside space for a reading comfort zone and time for a family reading group, and incorporating professional storytelling tips that make each read-aloud experience one no child wants to miss. Scrapbook and journal space transforms this parenting tool into a cherished keepsake by allowing parents to track their child's progress, record favorite books, and note accomplishments.

127 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2006

About the author

Kathleen Duey grew up in Colorado. She loved riding her horses, hiking, being in the mountains. Reading was always important to her. Writing became a fascination early in her life. In the fourth grade, Kathleen began writing stories and told everyone who would listen that she was going to be an author. Then she did nothing about it until she was 35 years old. Writing was her passion and her dream-come-true.

from: fantasticfiction.co.uk

Kathleen died of cardiac arrest at her home in Fallbrook, California. She was 69. She had struggled with dementia in her latter years which prevented her from completing her Skin Hunger trilogy.

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Reviews

[Storyteller John Weaver]

Kathleen Duey's guide is both a breezy, quick read, and highly informative. It's appropriate for parents of ANY-aged child, from birth through teens (and even beyond). There are refreshers for the well-versed in reading & literacy, and plenty of ideas that will be new, and resources for just about anything reading-related. Great ideas for everyone!

[Kristi]

Very useful resource for both parents and teachers alike!