Summer Reading with Your Kids: Cultivating a Love for Books with Darrie-Ann Richard

Join me as I chat with Darrie-Ann Richard from River Bookshop in Amherstburg, Ontario, about fostering a love for reading with your kids during the summer months. Darrie-Ann shares insights on the importance of summer reading, creative ways to engage kids with books, and the exciting reading events hosted by the River Bookshop.

Discover how reading can be seamlessly integrated into everyday activities, the benefits of audiobooks, and how shared reading experiences can bring families closer together. Whether you're looking for tips to keep your kids reading or want to learn about the vibrant community programs at River Bookshop, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice.

Learn about River Bookshop's Summer Reading Challenge that motivates kids to dive into books and win a $50 gift card. Darrie-Ann shares her personal journey of encouraging her children to read and offers creative tips like family read-alouds and incorporating books into travel plans.

We also delve into the Junior Book Club, where kids ages 9-12 can explore different genres and discuss their perspectives in a lively, kid-led environment. Plus, get the scoop on the weekly story time sessions featuring diverse themes and guest readers, making reading a fun community event.