Do your kids get in reading ruts?
I know mine do. They might get stuck on a certain series. Or perhaps they won’t read anything other than graphic novels. Fantasy, biography, fact books. All of these can be great choices, but, if you’re like me, you’d like to see your kids branch out and try new books.
There are a lot of great reading challenges out there. I’ve seen some that have an overwhelming list of types of books. Or maybe the types of books they list are so specific, it’s hard to find one your kid will enjoy. There are also lots of Reading Bingos out there, which can also be great. But these allow your kids to skip too many great kinds of books.
That’s why I creating the Reading Hopscotch Challenge.
We all know the rules of hopscotch. You toss a bag, hop on each number, and skip just one space. The Reading Hopscotch Challenge works the same way. Kids read and record one book from each category. They can choose one category to skip (it’s ok not to love every kind of book). And since it’s a challenge, your kids are more likely to do it than if you are pestering them to broaden their reading list! You can even use it alongside a summer reading program.
Here’s a sneak peek at the challenge and award certificate:
To claim your free, printable copy, just sign up below and I’ll send one your way. I send one email every week with my latest book reviews and recommendations, and you are free to unsubscribe at any time. (p.s. If you are already an email subscriber, a link to your copy of the challenge arrived in your inbox on May 17, 2016).
***Don’t forget to stop back August 1, 2016 for a chance to win some prizes for kids who finished the challenge!***
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This looks fantastic. Thanks! I’m going to print a sheet for myself, too – I’ve been in such a reading slump lately.
That’s a great idea!
Hey Carolyn, We’d love to sign up, but for some reason the subscribe button isn’t working. Any tips? I’ve tried it so far on my phone and ipad. Thanks!
Oh no! I reset the form. See if it works now.
Oh, I think I know what happened! You are already on the list, so you got an email Tuesday with a link to the Hopscotch Challenge. Let me know if you can’t find it!
Hello!
I am so excited about this and thank you for offering it.
I’ve tried to subscribe, but unfortunately, the “subscribe” button won’t work for me.
I don’t want to miss the list in my email. Any chance you could send it to me, please?
Hi Sharon! My records show that you were able to sign up. You should have received a welcome email with a link to the Hopscotch Challenge, but I’ll send you a new one just in case you haven’t gotten it.
This looks amazing! Can’t wait to get started – I think that my reluctant reader and voracious reader will BOTH enjoy the categories!
I’m happy to hear it might be a fit for both your kids! 🙂