Have Discussions!

When I think about what a parent can do at home, the first thing that pops in my head is to tell them to have a discussion with their child about the book he/she might be reading.  This involves asking questions, letting the child tell you what is happening in the story, etc.  Parents need to understand that in order to best help their child succeed with reading, helping him/her with comprehension is key.  It's not always easy to sit down and have conversations about books, but it's a great way to get involved with what your child is reading.