Use historical fiction to bring the past alive for your child
History is fascinating. But reading about it in school books can make it seem dull to students. That’s where historical fiction can help.
The best historical fiction brings a past time to life. It shares the details about what people wore, what they ate and how they really lived. It gives the reader a glimpse of historic events.
To boost interest in history with historical fiction:- Look for titles that present history accurately and avoid myths or stereotypes. You can search online or ask a librarian to help you identify some books to get started.
- Select a book that contains some illustrations or photos. When it comes to historical fiction, images really are worth a thou-sand words.
- Read the book aloud if it’s above your child’s reading level.
- Have your child read several books about the same period. People of different ages or backgrounds can see the same event or period of history differently.
Reprinted with permission from the February 2024 issue of Parents make the difference!® (Elementary School Edition) newsletter. Copyright © 2024 The Parent Institute®, a division of PaperClip Media, Inc. Source: E. Codell, How to Get Your Child to Love Reading, Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill.