Both of my boys are reluctant readers.
PacMan loved to be read to, but when he was learning to read he didn’t like reading by himself as much as I wished he would. He still does not choose reading during his free time. Thankfully he reads and comprehends well, I just wish he loved it.
Krash, who is now learning to read, is just too busy! He is a mover and I think he would read more if he could do cartwheels while reading. He enjoys books and reading way more than PacMan, I just need him to sit down and hold still long enough to read!
I want him reading aloud more, especially during this crucial stage of reading development. To encourage him to do so, I created a few motivational charts and a special book basket for him.
Right now we are using the “Can You Read 10 Books?” chart, but I made a 5, 10, and 20 version. He earns a tiny prize when he completes his 10 books {last time it was BatMan stickers}. I am requiring him to read to me so I can listen myself and work with him. 
I selected books for the basket based on where he is at right now, some are a bit easier and some more challenging, I let him choose. Included are Bob Books, Sight Word Readers, Brand New Readers, and our Open Court book set that was donated to us from a school.
It’s especially fun when Stella joins us!
