An indispensable guide to welcoming children to a lifelong love of reading.Combining clear, practical advice with inspiration, wisdom, tips, and curated reading lists, How to Raise a Reader shows how to instill the joy and time-stopping pleasure of reading in young people. organized by age group, each illustrated section offers guidance for developing rituals around reading, building a family library, and engaging reluctant readers. Throughout, the authors debunk common myths, assuage parental fears, and deliver invaluable lessons in a positive, actionable way.The companion Journal offers prompts for families to chronicle their reading journeys, complete with a checklist of recommended titles, sorted by reading level and theme.