I was waltzing down the hallway yesterday and a teacher said to a student, "Repeat to Mrs. Vargas what you just said. I'm sure you'll make her sad." The student shyly says, "Books are boring." A small part of my heart broke into several pieces. As much as this saddens me, she isn't the only child that finds reading unappealing. The fact is, there is so much to capture their [kids'] attention, that for many reading a book is a bore. I find that many students (as well as adults) don't enjoy reading because they're not intrigued by what is being read.
This is where the interest inventory comes in really handy! I find it best to give an interest inventory to learn about a scholars' likes. It's easier to navigate from there and to pull books that are sure to peak interest. I've attached the link to the interest inventory by Scholastic. There are many more available online when you google "Reading Interest Inventory". Make reading fun for those around you! Give an inventory and help them pick great books from then on.
Sincerely,
Karen C.
Sincerely,
Karen C.
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