Summary: I 'm coming to you today with a simple tip that could make a HUGE difference in how often your kids pick up books for fun.<br> <br> <br> <br> In fact, it may seem *too* simple at first, so you're going to have to try it for yourself!<br> <br> <br> <br> What is it? Put the books OUT. Face-out, I mean.<br> <br> <br> <br> Think about when you go to the library- are your eyes drawn to the picture book spines on the shelves, or to the face-out books on display?<br> <br> <br> <br> Do the same in your home and I bet you'll be floored at how those covers will invite your kids to pick them up.<br> <br> <br> <br> A good book cover is simply an irresistible invitation to a child.<br> <br> <br> <br> In fact, my challenge to you in this podcast episode is to:<br> <br> <br> <br> go to a bookshelf in your homepull a few off the shelfdisplay them face-out to see what happens.<br> <br> <br> <br> Don't say anything to your kids about it, just watch what happens. Right now! It's so simple-- it takes 60 seconds.<br> <br> <br> <br> You can place them on a coffee table, a window sill, even along the wall. You don't need to buy any fancy shelves or new baskets or come up with a system. Scroll down if you want ideas-- I'm sharing pictures of how some of our community members do this!<br> <br> <br> <br> Magic, I tell you. :)<br> <br> <br> <br> When you've done it, snap a photo and share on Facebook or Instagram to tell us. We want to hear about whether you child was invited into reading the books and how quickly it happened. Use the #readaloudrevival hashtag so we can find you!<br> <br> <br> <br> In this episode, you'll hear:<br> <br> <br> <br> the simplest way to get your kids to pick up more books on their own (and no, you don't have to spend a cent or go back to the library again)how to keep the delight going week after weekand how to make the most of the books you already own<br> <br> <br> <br> Click the play button below: <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> Listener Guide<br> <br> <br> <br> Use the time stamps below to skip to any part of the podcast:<br> <br> <br> <br> 2:28 Think like your child3:49 How to make books more accessible5:20 The beauty of baskets6:46 Rain gutters, spice racks and more7:31 Face out, right now!10:00 Let us know how it works10:37 Let the kids speak<br> <br> <br> <br> More free resources & booklists Get the best episodes and reources from the Read-Aloud Revival Keep an eye on your inbox! We'll keep you posted whenever we have a new podcast episode or a great free booklist or resource for you. There was an error submitting your subscription. Please try again. Email Address I'd like to receive the free email course. Yes! Powered by ConvertKit /* Layout */ .ck_form.ck_minimal { /* divider image */ background: #f9f9f9; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 1.5em; overflow: hidden; color: #666; font-size: 16px; border: solid 1px #d1d1d1; -webkit-box-shadow: none; -moz-box-shadow: none; box-shadow: none; clear: both; margin: 20px 0px; text-align: center; } .ck_form.ck_minimal h3.ck_form_title { text-align: center; margin: 0px 0px 10px; font-size: 28px; } .ck_form.ck_minimal h4 { text-align: center; font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 18px; font-weight: normal; padding-top: 0px; margin-top: 0px; } .ck_form.ck_minimal p { padding: 0px; } .ck_form, .ck_form * { -webkit-box-sizing: border-box; -moz-box-sizing: border-box; box-sizing: border-box; } .ck_form.
