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Reading is Succeeding When You Have Monkey Joe’s!

Posted on Sep 14, 2016

As a parent, there is nothing more exciting than seeing your children reach important milestones in their lives. From taking their first steps and saying their first words, to eventually mastering reading and writing, seeing your children grow from babies into young adults is an incredible feat. From bedtime stories to recipes in the kitchen, reading is a fundamental skill that we believe should be shared and embraced with our local families. This month, Monkey Joe’s in Katy, Texas wants to spread the love of literacy and encourage our local families to make reading together a daily priority.

Celebrate National Literacy Month

During the month of September, we celebrate National Literacy Month- a celebration of reading, writing, and educating our community on the importance of literacy. With over 30 million Americans reading below basic literacy levels, we think it’s time to make a change!

Fun Incentives to Encourage Reading

In school, children read textbooks on a daily basis, but it is important to encourage them to read at home. Set at-home reading incentives to keep your kids motivated to explore new books and grow their love of reading.

• Make Bookmarks- There are a ton of DIY blogs and how-to’s on Pinterest for creating bookmarks. Head to the craft store for supplies and make it a weekend crafting project!
• Choose a Read-Aloud Book- Have your child pick out a book that you can read together before bed.
• Create a Reading Log- Make a reading log as a visual for your kids to see how much they are reading. You can find large poster board at any supermarket or convenience store and can mark your chart with fun stickers or colorful markers. Set goals (ex: read 100 pages and get a prize) and create incentives for the kids to look forward to, like a trip to Monkey Joe’s in Katy!

Monkey Joe’s inflatable playground is a favorite kid-friendly destination for Houston, Richmond, and Missouri City families. Parents love the affordability, convenience, and safe environment, and kids can’t get enough of our unlimited playtime, bouncy activities, and games. Open 7 days a week, Monkey Joe’s in Katy is the perfect way to treat the kids to a fun, active reward day!