A little more play. A little more storytime.
Three simple ways to turn your next read into a shared adventure.
A good story is an invitation. You can follow the words, linger over a picture, or stop altogether to wonder what might happen next. Try one of these little activities the next time you read together.
Give everyone a voice
Choose a different voice for each character. A whisper, a squeak, or a gloriously over-the-top bark can make the same page feel new. Let your reading partner choose the voices, too.
Pause for a little wondering
Before turning a page, ask: “What do you think happens next?” There is no wrong answer. The fun is in imagining a possibility together, then finding out what the story has in store.
Take the story off the page
When the book is closed, keep playing. Draw a favourite moment, act out a scene, or tell the story to a toy. A story can be a starting point for a whole afternoon of make-believe.
Every reader has a voice.
Grown-ups, what made you smile? Share a thought, a favourite moment, or a storytime idea.
Reader conversations will open here soon. For now, take the question into your next storytime.