Are you tired of feeling guilty about not reading aloud to your kids? Have you tried creating a reading routine, only to find it fizzled out due to time constraints, picky kids, or a never-ending pile of books? In “The Read Aloud Family Project,” veteran parent and former educator Cordelia Ashbourne Park offers a practical, encouraging, and refreshingly honest guide to making reading aloud a joyful, sustainable part of your family life. Inside, you'll discover a curated list of captivating books, tailored strategies for busy families, and practical tips to handle distractions and keep kids engaged. Learn how to transform reading time from a chore into a cherished ritual, fostering a lifelong love of reading, even when life gets messy.
About the author
Cordelia Ashbourne Park is a veteran parent and former educator with over fifteen years of experience in early childhood literacy. She's seen firsthand the transformative power of reading aloud in fostering a love of learning and building strong family bonds. Cordelia has spent years curating book lists and developing practical strategies to make reading a joyful part of family life, even when life gets hectic. Her contrarian approach challenges the conventional wisdom of parenting and education, rooting her advice in real-world practicality.