I’m wondering what are the best hands on reading programs people use? Or the best curriculum that makes reading fun! My daughter is 6 and knows how to read but dreads it! I can’t fighter out how to make it more fun other than what I’ve been trying!
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It’s been a rough week with language arts this week and I’m struggling! I want to give up 
Hang in there! The most hands on program I’ve used would be All About Reading. Many people really love it. (Not my son…) But I still think it’s a nice program. Looking back, one thing I wish I would’ve done differently would be to not to push so hard at such a young age. Getting my son to read was like pulling teeth. Just do a little each day! One day she’ll just take off with reading and it won’t be s chore to get it done. I promise!
I also have this problem. My 6 year old does not like reading. She was desperate to learn to read when she was little now getting her to read is a battle. I let her pick any books she wants. I took her to the library this was a big deal since we don’t live close to a library. We had to wait until we went to visit my mom. I thought it would inspire her but no. I have been more intentional sitting and reading in front of her when she is playing or doing other activities to hopefully set a good example.
We do all about reading - she likes it but I don’t feel like she is progressing per se because she already knows most of the words it just the phonics rules we are trying to get down from AAR.
I am hoping this is just a phase and with patience she will embrace reading again.
My son went through this too. I just increased read alouds. Then I got him a bunch of different of books that I thought would peak his interest. I ended up getting him comic books too. Then I required independent play time and no electronics at that time. With patience he began reading and now he is doing just fine. He still doesn’t spend a bunch of time reading but he will read and enjoy his books.
I completely understand the challenges of making reading engaging, especially when kids are resistant. One effective approach is to incorporate hands-on activities that relate to their interests. For example, you could explore reading materials related to electrical studies, which can be fascinating for young minds.
Consider using books that involve stories about inventors or simple electrical concepts. You could even try experiments that require reading instructions or building projects, like creating a simple circuit. As an electricien at electricien quebec i try to make reading and study a fun with facts about electricity and small projects that can spark curiosity and make reading more enjoyable.