This article is from a magazine, I don't remember which one. Newsweek?
Also, I don't believe in forcing any child into reading or even learning the alphabet until they show interest. But along those lines, I think this is interesting...
1. Talk with your kids: Children pick up quickly on the sounds and rhythms of language. Keep the banter going. It will help them grasp the rudiments of language.
2. Read with them every day: Reading to kids boosts their knowledge and vocabulary. It introduces them to the mechanics of literacy - like turning pages and reading from left to right.
3. Choose books wisely: Find books on subjects the interest them - they'll enjoy reading more.
4. Surround your child with books: Children love having familiar stories nearby that they can go back to again and again.
5. Slow down and enjoy reading: Don't just drone along. Kids pick up on boredom and lose interest quickly. Ass some drama to your voice, act out different characters and put yourself in the story.
6. Read stories over and over: It takes a long time for kids to take it in, and they love familiar stories where they know what's coming next.
7. Foster their awareness of letters and print: Point out familiar letters in their everyday lives, such as the "S" in Sesame Street.
8. Surround them with writing tools: All kids like having a varied supply at their disposal.
9. don't pressure them: Nagging your kids about that they read may turn them off to reading in general.
10. Show your appreciation: Nothing encourages good reading habits like positive reinforcement.
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