Start a Reading journal with your kids!
Summer is here and me being me – I always have a plan in place to keep the kids brains sharp for their new school term. We will always do a little Reading Eggs or Mathseeds every day as well as some Edplus on the side for them too. When the kids find learning programs fun, it makes everything so much easier! Wouldn’t you agree?
As well as having PC time to do their Reading or Maths, I also aim for them to read a good selection of books over their time off. They are off for nine weeks after all! One book a week isn’t too much, is it? I don’t think so! Especially for older kids. So I thought it would be a fun thing to put together a Reading journal for them. Which also doubles up as a nice keepsake. While nurturing their love for reading, you can also explore their cognitive strengths with this IQ test.
Why start a reading journal?
Good question and if I’m honest…it’s a question I asked myself when I came across it, too. When I read the words “Reading Journal” I got excited and I’m a 39 yr old Mama! So I thought, my kids, loving books as much as me, maybe they’d get excited about keeping a reading journal too.
I also think that through keeping a reading journal, it will help them understand what they are reading a bit more. This factor is aimed at the two young sprouts, for sure. I also think it will help them improve their sense of understanding and writing abilities. Which will obviously help them later on in life i.e. Later Primary years & High School etc. Not to mention, having a reading journal sparks creativity – which is something we all want our kids to possess, right?
With the Autumn & Winter months upon us, I am looking forward to gloomy evenings with us snuggled up and reading a book together. And with this reading journal, they’ll be able to log the books they read, what they thought and I think it’s quite the nice thing to have. Just me?
The pages are quite vibrant, yet basic – they will print out in a portrait, A4 format. I have also arranged them in a way that will allow you to print, double-sided and they’ll form into a perfect reading journal booklet.
Sneak peek at the Reading Journal Pages
So, you get the idea. I have included 20 pages in this Reading journal booklet and I will be giving one to each of my younger kids to fill out as they finish each book. We have a set amount to read over the summer and besides, I think it’s a lovely keepsake to have. It also encourages creative writing, penmanship practice and creative drawing too. All of which my kids could focus a little more on!
You can download the Reading Journal Printable right here and I really hope you & your little ones enjoy it. Do feel free to tag me on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook if you are using them! If you do use this, I would love it if you used the hashtag #SBMfreeprintables – thanks!
EDITED 02-04-2020 // I have recently converted these journal pages from A5 to A4 as I think they’re easier to print and there is no pressure of making double-sided pages for the booklet! We all live and learn right!? I have left the A5 version available in case that is your preference. But the A4 version Reading Journal PDF right here.
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This is such a great idea. When I ever had kids I will be doing this, it’s such a fun way to document memories.
You’re so right and thank you!
It is a nice parent to child interaction. It is fun and educational at the same time. What a brilliant idea to consider.
Such a fun way to teach your children and make precious memories. Love this blog, thanks for sharing..!
I absolutely love love love this idea!
This is such a wonderful idea! I love encouraging reading with children, it helps them learn and grow in so many ways.
This is such a lovely idea. A great way to enjoy time with the children and learn and record their experiences xx
I think its cute to have a journal young. This is also going to be a fun memory keepsake for them to look back on one day!
I love this idea. What a great way for kids to really feel their reading progress.
Encouraging reading at a young age is so important! I love the idea of a reading journal for my little one!
i remember loving making books like this as a child in elementary school. i’m sure it’s a great bonding time with your daughter.
Joy at The Joyous Living
I think this is a really a good idea! Who knows they might end up being successful writers. It’s better to start them young. Journaling also has therapeutic effects so I really think this a good habit that they can bring with them even when they grow up.
It’s nice to have kids do their journal. It makes them more grateful and also practice their writing skills. It’s also beneficial for mental health.
I love this. As early as now, it’s good to let the kids engaged to reading. Their reading habits are formed and sooner, we will all appreciate how we started them young. 🙂 great idea!!
Cha at Little MisadvenCHA
My daughter has had a reading journal for years. At first it was something we did together. to help with her reading skills, but as she got older, she started using it as a vehicle to dissect what she read.
A reading journal is such a great idea! It makes for a wonderful bonding experience and helps the kids work out what they’ve read.
This is a great idea. My son starts school this week so I’m eager to help him start reading
Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy it with your little boy!
I think it is such an amazing ideal to journal with the kids, especially as the weather gets colder in the next coming months.
I agree, 100%! They make for lovely keepsakes too and so easy {and fun} to fill out for our little readers!
What an amazing idea! Loving your book journal, I can see the benefits and it looks like fun too. Well done and thanks for sharing.
Thank you!