Author Archive: Jason Boog
Born Reading Playbook
July 18, 2014
While writing Born Reading: Bringing Up Bookworms in a Digital Age, I interviewed teachers, librarians, child development experts, neuroscientists and many other professionals. In the book, I distilled their advice about interactive reading into a simple “Born Reading Playbook” for parents to use when reading. To supplement that material, I created the free Born Reading: Storytime Tips […]
Shel Silverstein & the Art of Interactive Reading
July 15, 2014
When I was in grade school, Shel Silverstein’s books were perpetually checked out at the library. His silly and mischievous poems will inspire any kid. It was the first poetry I encountered as a young reader. If you struggle to keep kids entertained while reading a book, you should listen to Silverstein’s rock star reading style. He can make […]
Mark Frauenfelder & Interactive Apps
July 15, 2014
While writing Born Reading: Bringing Up Bookworms in a Digital Age, I consulted with Boing Boing co-founder and MAKE editor Mark Frauenfelder to find the best interactive apps for kids. Frauenfelder recommended that parents try the Story Dice app. It will help anyone (from three-year-olds to high schoolers) tell better stories: “a creative writing prompt tool to come […]
Join Us at the Santa Monica Library
June 23, 2014
Nothing is better than sharing a few great books. Over the last few months, I’ve visited libraries and bookstores to illustrate the interactive reading techniques outlined in Born Reading: Bringing Up Bookworms in a Digital Age. On Saturday, September 13 at 10:30 am, parents and kids can join us at Santa Monica Public Library to explore the […]
How Books Can Change Your Baby’s Life
April 19, 2014
Are you reading the right way with the child in your life? In Born Reading: Bringing Up Bookworms in a Digital Age, I share simple, yet effective interactive reading techniques to maximize the benefits and enjoyment of storytime. It’s not only important THAT we read with children, but also HOW we read with children. Born […]