Reading habits are built, not wished into existence. Parents who succeed treat books like daily food — regular, visible, enjoyable.

10 practical tips

1. Keep books where children can reach them
2. 15 minutes daily beats weekend marathons
3. Let children choose some titles themselves
4. Read aloud even after they can read alone
5. Create a no-phone reading pocket at home
6. Use library days as family outings
7. Gift books for milestones, not only toys
8. Discuss stories at dinner — no quizzes, just talk
9. Model reading — children copy what they see
10. Celebrate finished books with a small ritual

Pair habits with a growing shelf from Bomma Kada Books.