The Read-Aloud Family
Making Meaningful and Lasting Connections with Your Kids
- Marriage, Family & Relationships
- Publisher: Zondervan
- Published: 2018
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Publisher's Description
Discover why reading aloud to your kids can make such a big difference in their lives and yours. Learn practical strategies to make reading aloud an attainable family goal. The stories we read--and the conversations we have about them--help shape family traditions, create lifelong memories, and become part of our legacy. Many parents can't get their children to become book-lovers. Other parents lose touch with what their child is reading. Reading aloud with your children not only has the power to change a family--it can help your children grow into thoughtful, intelligent, empathetic adults. We all know that connecting deeply with our families can be difficult in our busy, technology-driven society. Reading aloud is one of the best ways to be fully present with our children, even after they can read themselves, but it isn't always easy to do. In this book, Sarah Mackenzie--author and host of the Read-Aloud Revival podcast--will teach you how to: Prepare your kids for academic success through reading to them Develop empathy and compassion in your kids through books Find time to read aloud in the midst of school, sports, and dinner dishes Choose books across a variety of sibling interests and ages Make reading aloud the best part of your family's day SPECIAL FEATURES INCLUDE: Index of family- and value-friendly books by title, author/illustrator. A separate index of appropriate books, separated by age group, from children's board books to teen chapter books. From a toddler's wonder to a teenager's resistance, you will find the inspiration you need to start a read-aloud movement in your own home that will bring your family closer together.
Endorsements (14)
“As someone who knows the joy and value of having been read aloud to as a young person, I have nothing but praise for Sarah Mackenzie and the Read-Aloud Revival. Starting with Jim Trelease and The Read-Aloud Handbook, Sarah further demystifies—and brings up to speed—the deceptively simple act of reading aloud to young people. It is obvious that Sarah has done the homework. Her insights, suggestions, and enthusiasm are contagious—and they work! Brava, Sarah! Tomie dePaola, children’s book author and artist The Read-Aloud Family is overflowing with bookish enthusiasm. This book will make you want to sit down and READ—for your own sake, for your kids’ sake, for the sake of all the world.”
“In The Read-Aloud Family, Sarah Mackenzie has written a true gem. The vetted lists of good books for each age group is priceless in itself. Equally so, Sarah has provided accessible and powerfully written research on why reading aloud is so important to children and families. Sarah is also a natural storyteller. Humanity and family joy rise up off these pages. I highly recommend this book.”
“Sarah Mackenzie has crafted a treasure of a book that is an answer to every parent’s prayer. Delivered with Sarah’s signature warmth and relatability, The Read-Aloud Family is an accessible guide to the importance of sharing books with those we love. Looking for the true meaning of quality time? Here it is! This practical resource is for anyone who cares deeply about literacy and raising children to become lifelong readers.”
“With this marvelous book, Sarah Mackenzie could change your life. We all want our children to be great readers—it will certainly make all the difference in their lives—and Sarah provides an inspiring blueprint for success. She has done us all a great service with this wonderful book.”
“When I need a boost of inspiration on the whys, hows, and whats on reading books with my kids, I turn to Sarah. She’s a trustworthy voice, and with this book, she brings it home to my bookshelf—I’m so glad I now have a way to gather her wisdom whenever I need it. She’s my generation of parents’ go-to reading resource.”
“The Read-Aloud Family is both empowering and freeing. Sarah Mackenzie inspires any mother to invest and influence from right where she is with the simple and transforming joy of reading aloud with her children. I can’t wait to see the impact this book has on generations to come.”
“As a kid, reading aloud with my family changed my life. I can’t imagine who I would be without it. In this digital age, I’m so grateful to Sarah Mackenzie and her Read-Aloud Revival podcast for motivating thousands of parents to read aloud with their children. Now, in this immensely practical book, she winsomely presents the goals, methods, and principles for reading aloud, while gently waving away common excuses. Her pages also positively overflow with thoughtful recommendations. I expect that my wife and I will be revisiting this book for years to come.”
“What a treasure this book is! The Read-Aloud Family is a practical and powerful guide to shaping your family’s heartbeat through the gift of reading aloud. Sarah’s priceless wisdom will equip and excite you as you deepen your connection with your children page by page. The Read-Aloud Family is a must-read!”
“Completely practical and totally inspirational, The Read-Aloud Family will move even the most hesitant to give read-alouds a chance. It will surely serve as a reference when I have my own family!”
“This wonderful book delights, inspires, and clearly articulates such an important philosophy: that every child should grow up swimming in imagination of great tales and stories remembered! Highly recommended for all parents!”
“Three cheers for Sarah Mackenzie! Some of my best memories as a father involve a fireplace, a cozy blanket, and my family hushed by the power of a good story being read aloud. It may sound like a stretch, but I actually believe the world would be a better place if we took the words of Sarah’s book to heart.”
“I’ve devoured books since I was a child, but passing that hunger to learn along to my children is less natural than I expected. Then I found Sarah Mackenzie. She equips book lovers to raise our children to be voracious readers and voracious learners—and walks us through how to start, even from as early as when they can fold themselves into our laps. As an avid reader and an author and a mom who has filled the rooms of our house with books: what you have found here is GOLD.”
“Sarah’s friendly voice extends an invitation to all parents to enjoy sharing stories with our children. No guilt, just inspiration and encouragement. Amid the feast of enthusiasm and abundant resources, Sarah deftly weaves in practical wisdom on how to talk to our kids, not just about books, but about life. I eagerly recommend this book!”
“The Read-Aloud Family is an absolute gold mine for book lovers, with treasures on each page that will enrich your family for years to come. I’ve already used so many of Sarah’s fresh inspirational tips, and I know I’ll return to this title again and again over the years. It’s my new favorite baby shower gift!”
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