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Kids Read What They Relate To: Dr. Erin Bailey, Vice President, Literacy Programs & Research at Reading Is Fundamental, US

Erin Bailey with books

10-year-old book enthusiast, literacy advocate, and host of The Fourth Bookmark, Krish, discusses motivations and obstacles that influence children's literacy habits with the Vice President of Literacy Programs and Research at Reading is Fundamental, Dr. Erin Bailey. This episode shares the challenges kids face in developing a love for reading, how representation in books can inspire children, and ways families can make reading a fun, everyday habit.

Key topics covered in this episode:

  • Why children read more when they see themselves in stories 
  • The power of book ownership and choice through RIF's book celebration events
  • How technology and e-books are changing kids' reading habits 
  • Tips for creating family reading routines that stick 
  • Inspiring children to share stories and become reading role models 

Visit the podcast episode page here.