Are you concerned about your child doing well in school?Is it a middle or high school teacher who wants teenagers to love reading?Teens enjoy reading so help them find books that are right for them.Then create an environment where reading is a priority.
Step 1: Do you know your teen's reading level?
Teenagers don't read because they do not have books that are appropriate for them.If you want to know if they were able to understand what was happening, talk to them about their reading history.Books and stories that are easy to read are boring.It is frustrating to read books that are too hard.It's important to find a book that is just right.To confirm what they think of the book, ask them targeted questions about the material.If you are a parent, the first thing you want to know is your child's reading level.Many teachers test their students reading levels early in the semester and help them find appropriate reading materials based on their level.If your child's teacher doesn't know their reading level, you can find out by yourself.
Step 2: Do you know your teenager's reading level?
There are online tests that can be used to determine your teen's reading level.Depending on how much detail they offer, they can take anywhere from a few minutes to a couple of hours.The San Diego Quick Assessment is one of the easiest tests to determine your teen's reading level.It takes a few minutes.You can explore more complicated tests on sites like ReadingA-Z.com for a more detailed interpretation of your teen's reading level.These tests are an approximation of your child's reading level.If your teenager seems to be struggling with books on the level they test at, shift the levels.Spread reading tests over a number of days so they don't get overwhelmed.
Step 3: If a book is on the right level, you should teach your teen to read it.
Many teens will read books that are below their reading level because they are comfortable with them.It won't do much to help them grow as readers, and they may become bored with reading quickly.Other teens will be tempted to read books that are too hard for them because they want to impress you or their peers, but they will quickly grow frustrated and not learn anything from the book.When they pick up a book, ask them to determine which of these categories it fits into.You may be able to repeat a lot of the story without looking.You have not read this book before.Most of the book is understood by you.There may be a few words on each page that are difficult for you.You read most of the book well, but you hesitate on a few sentences.Almost every page has more than five words on it.You don't understand the plot or what has happened in the book so far.If you read aloud, you don't have much to say.You hesitate a lot.
Step 4: It is a good idea to check books to see if they are easy or hard for a teen.
After you know your teen's reading level you should do this.It is best to have a discussion with your teen about whether the book is right or wrong.If you're unsure about the reading level of a text, websites such as Readability-Score.com can tell you.Microsoft Word can be used to test some texts.If you don't know if your teen is struggling with a book or not, ask questions like "What's that book about?" or "How do you think it will end?" to get a feel for his or her comprehension.watch how comfortable they are with describing what happens in the book or how in-depth they get with their descriptions to determine their understandingIf you want to know if teens are stumbling over words, you can ask them to read a passage loud.
Step 5: Teens should be encouraged to try different genres.
When providing reading material, many people default to fiction.Teens should be offered a wide selection of literary styles.Encourage a wide variety even if your teen prefers one genre.It is possible that your child will be interested in an unexpected book or story.Try to give some reading material in each of the categories.
Step 6: There are high-interest books.
The classics don't always cut it.If your teen doesn't enjoy reading or reads below grade level, it's important to find material that keeps them engaged.It is crucial to find high-interest reading for low-level readers.Many of the books on their level will be about kids who are younger than them or subjects geared toward younger children if your teen is not reading at grade level.Look for online lists of books that your teen will enjoy.Teens may like to read comic books and graphic novels.High interest series are a great way to get teens interested in reading.The Harry Potter series and the Hunger Games series are both appropriate for teens.Scary weather phenomena, sports figures and celebrities, outer space, or news events involving teenagers are exciting topics for nonfiction.
Step 7: There are books that have movies in them.
One way to get teens excited about reading is to read books in other formats.Try reading a book together about a month before the movie version comes out, and then watch it together to see how it compares.The Harry Potter series and the Hunger Games series are two of the books that have similar films.It is possible to find books with the same subject matter as your teen's favorite movies or plays.They can get into new series and genres through this.
Step 8: Consider forming a book club.
Every teenager craves social interaction.Turn reading into a social activity by finding a local teen book club that your child can join.It's important to find a group of teens that are the same reading level.Pick books that interest everyone in the group.Pick books with movies if you're organizing the club.The group can watch the movie and compare it to the book.
Step 9: It's a good idea to read aloud.
As soon as your child is born, start reading.In young children, this is the most important factor.When children turn into teenagers, reading aloud can still be beneficial.A great way to expose teens to books that are above their reading level is to read aloud.You can model reading with expression.Teens should follow along as you read.Paying attention to the words on the page will help them with their comprehension.
Step 10: Talk to your teen about what they are reading.
If they are reading fiction, ask them about the plot and characters.If they are reading a news article, tell them about current events.They should be encouraged to read their favorite passages and predict what will happen next.It will feel like too much work if you overload them with questions.Before your teen reads a book, you can ask questions such as "What do you already know about this topic?" and "Who is your favorite character?"That doesn't mean you need to tell them all about your novel.You can tell them about the current events in the news or about a new scientific breakthrough you read about in a magazine.
Step 11: There is a variety of reading material.
The reading levels and interests of teens will change quickly.Providing them with a wide variety of genres and reading material is important.There are lots of places to find books.You can make books available to the teen in your life.The public library is a good place to go.Help your teen get a library card so that they can take more responsibility for their reading.
Step 12: Use tablets and mobile devices to read.
If you have a teenager, they spend a lot of time in front of screens.They should be encouraged to read some of that time.Many libraries now offer an e-reader.Project Gutenberg, Open Library, and Internet Archive all offer free eBooks.It is a good option to have magazines and newspapers for teenagers.You can get a subscription in both paper and digital versions.
Step 13: You should stock up on audiobooks.
Audiobooks can be used for modeling fluent reading.The readers are good at voices and accents, so they can be more entertaining than reading aloud.Listen to audiobooks on long car trips.The whole family will enjoy listening to an audiobook.It is okay if everyone plays Candy Crush while they listen.Don't forget to discuss the plot and the characters later.Don't let audiobooks replace regular reading.Teenagers still need to read books.You can find lots of audiobook at public libraries.In order to get audiobooks frequently, you can subscribe to services such as Audible.com.Free audiobooks can be found on thousands of titles.
Step 14: Find a time that your teen likes to read.
If you allow your teen to pick a time that works for them, you will have a better chance of encouraging them to read.By letting them be part of the decision, you'll show them that you respect their independence, but also help encourage them to read.It is possible for your teen to enjoy reading a chapter in the evening after they finish their homework, or for them to prefer reading right before bed.If you can set a short time limit for how long your teen needs to read, that would be great.It is possible that a shorter limit will make your teen read more.They will feel like it was their own decision if they read even longer than that.
Step 15: Set an example.
Allow your child to see you reading.If you don't like books, let them see you reading the newspaper or magazine.To show your kids that reading is fun, you don't have to read classics.If you like romance novels or sci-fi thrillers, pick one up.If you have set reading times for your teens, try to read at that time as well.
Step 16: Contribute to reading.
Give your teen positive reinforcement when they read more.Both teachers and parents can do this.Keep a list of the books your teen reads.Don't set goals that are too high.The number of books your teen reads can be used to base the goals.Start with 300 pages or 5 chapter-books for younger teens.For stronger readers, raise the bar a bit.The goal might be based on the number of chapters.If your child reads slowly, you can create a goal based on the amount of time they read.Don't give incentives too much.A system in which your teen only reads for rewards is not something you want to create.You can use a trip to the bookstore as a reward for reading.