Inculcating reading habits in students.

By Brian Baptista

b.baptista@copublica.dk

As reading is the most important aspect of learning it is essential to introduce the concept to students from an early age. Nevertheless, it is never too late to pick a habit as reading improves memory and cognitive ability which means it's a healthy habit that can help kids in and outside the classroom. Along with that improved brainpower comes an improved vocabulary and imagination abilities.

Here are the 7 tips on how to inculcate the habit of reading in students.

1- Give them the space to choose what they want to read.
2- Encourage frequent library visits.
3- Create a reading space and corner.
4- Recommend books that can be a good and interesting read.
5- Gift them books as rewards.
6- Introduce them to book fairs.
7- Connect reading with day-to-day experiences and learnings.

Good readers learn habits that help them become strong and fluent. Therefore it is extremely vital to inculcate the habit of reading as it generates a sense of independence and self-reliance amongst the students.