Reading Programs for Teens
Teens often want to do anything but read, so how can you get your teenagers interested in reading? Try these reading programs.
Other People Are Reading
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Summer Reading Programs at Public Libraries
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Reading over the summer can be encouraged through summer reading programs. Find a public library to get your teen involved in and sign him up for summer reading. Books (and sometimes comics and magazines) can be read for prizes.
Book Buddy Programs
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Many schools have programs where high school students will travel to local elementary schools to read to kindergarten classes. This benefits the teens as well as the kindergarteners. A book buddy program encourages teens to read aloud to younger children and increases reading comprehension.
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Book Clubs
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Schools and libraries also have book clubs. A book is usually assigned, and the teens will meet to discuss the book they read. If your teen is interested in discussing a book they read, encourage them to attend a book club.
Graphic Novel Book Clubs
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Librarians have been interested in graphic novels for a while as a way to get teens reading. A Graphic Novel Book Club encourages teens to read graphic novels and come to discuss what they read. Look for these at your local library.
Intergenerational Book Clubs
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School and libraries also bring together families at Intergenerational Book Clubs. These book clubs combine adults who want to bring their teen or child to a book club to discuss a book they all have read. This is great way to use the "Harry Potter" books in a book club because there is crossover appeal for children and adults. The whole family can enjoy discussing the books.
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