The new year is a great time to set achievable goals for the year ahead. Whether the focus is on reading more books or developing new skills, making resolutions helps children embrace new opportunities and foster a growth mindset.
Goal-setting gives children the opportunity to practice self-reflection, decision-making, and problem-solving, and strengthens their confidence and self-esteem. From forming positive habits to setting goals that support their hobbies, your kid will love having something to work toward in the new year.
Take a look at the 10 ideas below and set some reading goals with your child for 2025:
1. Set a Book Goal: Choose a specific number of books to read by the end of the year.
2. Track Books Read: Use a chart, app, or journal to track all the books you read throughout the year.
3. Read Every Day: Commit to reading for a pre-determined amount of time each day (20 minutes minimum).
4. Read an Entire Series: Choose a new series and read every book in the collection.
5. Revisit Old Favorites: Re-read books you loved before and see if you notice anything new.
6. Write Book Reviews: Write a short review and give a rating to every book you read.
7. Explore a Different Genre: Read a book from an unexplored genre, like historical fiction, fantasy, or mystery, for example.
8. Start a Family Book Club: Choose a book everyone can read and discuss it together.
9. Host a Book Swap: Exchange books with friends or family to refresh your collection.
10. Celebrate Reading Achievements: At the end of each month, have a small celebration for completing reading goals.
After you've decided on your goals, kick off 2025 with books to get your child excited about reading. Featuring heartfelt storylines, captivating narratives, and diverse characters, the unputdownable titles in the list below will help inspire a lifelong love of reading.
For instance, Millie Fleur's Poison Garden is an inspiring reminder to embrace everything that makes us wonderfully weird. This uplifting picture book encourages readers to look beyond appearances and to be curious about things that might seem different.
Meanwhile, older readers will be captivated by When We Flew Away, a historical fiction novel that explores the life of Anne Frank before she went into hiding during the Holocaust. The story is told through the eyes of Anne, allowing readers to experience her thoughts and emotions as she navigates a rapidly changing world.
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