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Sunday 2 November 2014

Choosing A Childrens Book For Boys

By Etta Bowen


A genuine love of literature has many advantages, though not everyone comes by this trait naturally. Studies show that the earlier a child is exposed to reading on a regular basis, the better their skills are likely to be. Girls tend to take to this easier, though with the right childrens book for boys, their interest can be piqued just as effectively.

Generally speaking, young females are more excited to sit and read, whereas the males tend to be more active and distracted, though this is not all inclusive. Reluctant readers, and enthusiastic ones alike, come in both genders and for a variety of reasons. Once the issue has been identified it makes finding a solution much simpler.

Several things such as low attention issues, dyslexia or concept comprehension issues and other medical conditions can contribute to a child's lack of interest in reading. However, the most frequently stated reason given by the majority of youth is that they cannot find topics that keep their focus, thereby making the activity boring. Teachers and librarians often compile lists of titles that broach a wide range of subjects to help even the most apathetic individual find something they might enjoy.

When it comes to young males, there are a plethora of subjects that could be used to catch their interest. These range from classic scenarios like adventures, history, mythology, science and sports to more specific topics such as Manga, aliens, fantasy worlds and creatures, graphic novels, zombies and other supernatural beings, dinosaurs and all types of vehicles. Practically everything one can think of has been written about.

Many adults do not find their child's disinterest in literature to be a big issue, though there are a number of reasons why they should be concerned and encourage the young to read anything at all, including newspapers or magazines. Reading leads to better school work due to better writing, comprehension, communication and both critical and creative thinking skills. Readers also tend to exhibit higher imagination and an improved vocabulary.

Mentors, teachers and parents have many options when it comes to instilling a desire for literature in children. It starts by reading aloud to them on a regular basis and taking time to discuss the story if the young one has any questions, encouraging them to know more. When done with excitement and frequency, this method has proven very effective.

Trying out many different subjects can help one to locate topics that are of particular interest to each child. Once this niche has been discovered, encourage them to seek out books of similar matter. The library can quickly become their most favorite place to visit and to discover new and exciting tales.

Reading is a wonderful skill that can be a great asset to a person throughout the course of their life. It helps one expand their knowledge on any topic, to learn new things, go on an adventure, get lost in a fictional world, travel through time or simply be entertained. The ability to enjoy the written word is a gift that never grows old and has an endless bounty of benefits to offer.




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