Help for Reluctant Readers

Do you have a reader who is reluctant to read? A beginning reader who loves to practice, or maybe not? Here is a little trick to get your struggling reader to spend more time reading. Have your child read to a pet. Dogs are great listeners. If you've ever had a bad day you know what I'm talking about. The beauty of dogs is that they love to be with you and doing whatever you're doing.
Having your child read to a dog helps them practice reading without any interruptions. And dogs just have this unique ability to look like they understand what your saying too.
In many after school programs they bring in dogs to sit with children as they read. Dogs help to bring down the anxiety for struggling readers and provide great pillows to lay on as the child practices reading.
If you have a struggling reader have them sit down and read aloud to the dog. Chances are they will love doing it and get the much needed practice they need to become a strong reader.
Online you will also find some great websites like Starfall that are free and interactive. Fun animations help kids learn their phonograms and sight words while practicing reading.