When Your Child Has a Short Attention Span
A short reading moment still counts. Adjusting the pace and format can help the story fit your child’s energy.
A small way to begin
Try one page, a short poem, or a book with clear pictures. Stop while the moment is still pleasant instead of pushing to finish.
Make it your own
Movement can be part of reading: point, turn pages, or act out a scene. There is no single correct way for a child to listen.