{"id":3963,"date":"2022-03-21T23:43:10","date_gmt":"2022-03-21T23:43:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/?p=3963"},"modified":"2022-03-21T23:43:10","modified_gmt":"2022-03-21T23:43:10","slug":"7-reading-tips-for-wiggly-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/7-reading-tips-for-wiggly-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Reading Tips for Wiggly Kids"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Reading can be tons of fun for kids when they don\u2019t mind staying put. But how do you fit more books into their day when they\u2019re full of wiggles and would rather be running, jumping, dancing and pretty much anything but sitting still?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to get your wound-up little reader to sit out the squirms, and charge up their brain batteries instead? It just takes some creativity and a few good tricks. Check out just a few below<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-change-things-up\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Change things up.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you normally read at a desk, on the couch or at the table? Even just a little tweak to your routine can get kids excited to switch gears and focus. Try these:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Head to the floor with some pillows and blankets, or grab an<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Fun-Function-Inflatable-Processing-Classroom\/dp\/B01LQXSHC2\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=my+magical+cushion&amp;qid=1552063714&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-3-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=melitaylonli-20&amp;linkId=040bd191d93a2a2b2c121192fa4f74b5&amp;language=en_US\"> inflatable cushion<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Have story time in an indoor tent or a blanket fort.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Consider getting an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/AMAZEYOU-Kids-Swing-Hammock-Chair\/dp\/B01N5KDZVW\/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?gclid=CjwKCAjwxOCRBhA8EiwA0X8hi6vXQJd4G70ShE_7nNSnbhFnDjX0pMHIhtosZtxvtWT3-Y_WImMtMBoCDCAQAvD_BwE&amp;hvadid=580628660769&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvlocphy=9032194&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvqmt=b&amp;hvrand=6436269819617853131&amp;hvtargid=kwd-591225778523&amp;hydadcr=7358_13211987&amp;keywords=kids%2Bsensory%2Bswing&amp;qid=1647881510&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExS1AzWjlFR0EzT1FIJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzEyNjI4MkdJWkUxM0Y1OFVNVyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNDkxMTE0MzA5VFBUTFdZTUhDTCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU&amp;th=1\">indoor sensory swing<\/a> for a relaxing little nest just for them.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The change of scenery alone might delight them and make them feel like they have their very own special reading nook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"2-let-em-fidget\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Let \u2018em fidget.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fidget toys\u2014or perhaps better called fidget tools according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.performancehealth.com\/articles\/15-fidget-tools-not-toys-for-your-classroom\">this article<\/a>\u2014are a great way to help kids focus while releasing some of that wiggly energy. Give them tactile or stress balls, a fidget cube or other items that encourage movement while they read. Or you can try a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.griffinot.com\/sensory-chew-toys-advice-on-choosing-the-best-chew-toy-for-your-child\/\">sensory chew necklace<\/a> to relieve your kid\u2019s restlessness and help them concentrate.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-dont-focus-on-finishing-the-book\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Don\u2019t focus on finishing the book.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to reading, it\u2019s about the journey, not the destination. Give your kid regular opportunities to explore books and let them choose what, and for how long, they want to read. It\u2019ll put them in the driver\u2019s seat and take the pressure off, knowing they don\u2019t have to continue once they\u2019ve lost interest. Give them incentives and daily reading goals to encourage them to stick with it longer, like with our badges, quizzes and Reading Buddy on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/\">Epic<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"4-read-when-theyre-in-the-mood\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Read when they\u2019re in the mood.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Adults don\u2019t always feel like reading, and kids are no different. There may be moments when they\u2019re too tired, grumpy, overstimulated or hungry. Reading while they\u2019re in the right mood is a more positive experience, making it easier to focus. Here are some ways you can set the stage:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Make sure their needs are met: Don\u2019t expect them to get into a book if they need a nap or it\u2019s too close to dinner.\u00a0<\/li><li>Give them time to decompress after high-stimulation activities. Kids often need extra transition time to shift gears so they can relax.\u00a0<\/li><li>If they love to snack, treats and reading make a great combination!\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"5-let-em-pick-their-books\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Let \u2018em pick their books.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe assigned reading and classics like \u201cHuckleberry Finn\u201d don\u2019t grab their attention the way we\u2019d like. That doesn\u2019t mean they don\u2019t like to read. According to acclaimed children\u2019s author Kate DiCammilo, \u201cReading should not be presented to children as a chore. It should be offered as a gift.\u201d What better gift can you offer a kid than choice?\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to research from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/read-all-about-it-a-report-on-the-state-of-kids-reading-habits-and-interests-during-the-pandemic\/\">this 2020 report on kids\u2019 reading habits<\/a>, 72% of kids read more when they get to choose the material. So let them opt for what they love\u2014it could be books based on favorite movies, comic books, audiobooks or image-driven books on high-interest topics like cars, LEGOs or sports. Remember: All reading is good reading.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"6-ask-point-discuss\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>Ask, point &amp; discuss<\/strong>.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to engage your squirmy reader is through human interaction. Read a book together and invite them to talk about it with you. They\u2019ll enjoy the face time and it\u2019ll keep them hooked by thinking through what they\u2019re reading. Some conversation starters could be:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>&nbsp;\u201cWhat is happening right now?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cWhat do you think they will do next?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cWhat would you do if you were in this situation?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cLook at this illustration. What do you like about it?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cHow do you think this character is feeling right now?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cHow do you think this story will end?\u201d&nbsp;<\/li><li>\u201cCan you think of a better ending?\u201d&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"7-up-the-interaction\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong>Up the interaction.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Offering books that encourage kids to interact with the material is a proven way to grab their attention and keep them engaged. Choose touch-and-feel books, or stories that incorporate see-and-find and choose-your-own adventure elements, like these options on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/\">Epic<\/a> for all ages:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/69284\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"757\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Don\u2019t-Touch-This-Book.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3966\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Don\u2019t-Touch-This-Book.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Don\u2019t-Touch-This-Book-320x404.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Don\u2019t-Touch-This-Book-560x707.jpeg 560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/69284\">Don\u2019t Touch This Book<\/a>!,\u201d by Bill Cotter\u00a0<br>Ages: 4 &amp; under<br>Larry is a sweet little monster, but doesn\u2019t like to share. Your kid can \u201cplay\u201d with Larry while teaching him how it\u2019s done. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/75945\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"757\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/This-Book-Can-Read-Your-Mind.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3967\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/This-Book-Can-Read-Your-Mind.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/This-Book-Can-Read-Your-Mind-320x404.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/This-Book-Can-Read-Your-Mind-560x707.jpeg 560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/75945\">This Book Can Read Your Mind<\/a>,\u201d by Susannah Lloyd and Jacob Grant<br>Ages: 2-5<br>This silly book \u201creads\u201d your kid\u2019s mind by guessing what they imagine (based on what it asks them <em>not <\/em>to imagine).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/68502\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"757\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/I-Spy-123-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/I-Spy-123-1.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/I-Spy-123-1-320x404.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/I-Spy-123-1-560x707.jpeg 560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/68502\">I Spy 123<\/a>,\u201d by Ulrike Sauerh\u00f6fer and Manuela Ancutici<br>Ages: 3-7<br>This bright counting book helps your kids learn numbers while looking for fun toys, candy and more.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/75918\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"757\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Let\u2019s-Tell-a-Story.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Let\u2019s-Tell-a-Story.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Let\u2019s-Tell-a-Story-320x404.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Let\u2019s-Tell-a-Story-560x707.jpeg 560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/75918\">Let\u2019s Tell a Story<\/a>,\u201d by Lily Murray and Wesley Robin\u00a0<br>Ages: 5-7<br>This book lets your kid build their very own fairy-tale adventure. And once they\u2019re done, they can turn back to page one and start all over again!\u00a0 <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/74060\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"757\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Seek-and-Find-National-Parks.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3971\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Seek-and-Find-National-Parks.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Seek-and-Find-National-Parks-320x404.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Seek-and-Find-National-Parks-560x707.jpeg 560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/74060\">Seek and Find: National Parks<\/a>,\u201d by Jorrien Peterson\u00a0\u00a0<br>Ages: 6-9<br>This seek-and-find book challenges kids to find various hidden creatures, landmarks and more through illustrations of actual National Parks.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/15338\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"757\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cinderella-An-Interactive-Fairy-Tale-Adventure.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3972\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cinderella-An-Interactive-Fairy-Tale-Adventure.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cinderella-An-Interactive-Fairy-Tale-Adventure-320x404.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cinderella-An-Interactive-Fairy-Tale-Adventure-560x707.jpeg 560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/15338\">Cinderella: An Interactive Fairy Tale Adventure<\/a>,\u201d by Jessica Gunderson<br>and Ayesha Lopez<br>Ages: 8-11<br>Your kid can work through three versions and 23 outcomes of the familiar fairytale in this choose-your-own-adventure chapter book. <br><br><br><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So there you have it. Kids who don\u2019t like sitting still can become enthusiastic, even avid readers with creativity, encouragement and the right books. Want&nbsp; more tips for wiggly readers? Check out this post from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.booknerdmommy.com\/8-story-time-tips-wiggly-toddlers\/\">Book Nerd Mommy blog<\/a>.&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"post-excerpt\">Reading can be tons of fun for kids when they don\u2019t mind staying put. 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