Do you have a reading culture?

I've always loved reading books but since I became a mum, it hasn't be easy to keep up with my book reading. Two weeks ago, I watched this movie: Gifted hands: the Ben Carson story. It's a really touching movie and I highly recommend it. There's also a book by the same name (I haven't read it though). 
Ben has an older brother and their mom was very worried about their performance at school. She cut their television time and demanded they read 2 books a week. After a while, their grades shot up dramatically! If reading books regularly can do this, by God's grace, I intend to make sure my children develop a love for reading! In addition, I will try to keep on reading in spite of the challenges of motherhood and also post book reviews from time to time. Below, I answered a few questions about my reading habits.
     

Do you like reading books?
Yes, I really do.

Why do you read books?
I love reading books for two reasons: firstly, to enter a totally different world and secondly, when I need to know how to do something.


How often do you read books?
Almost everyday.


What type of reader are you? Slow or fast?
I think I'm a fast reader, although I'm not as fast as some of my friends! Sometimes too, I'll just skim through a book if I'm referencing it for some information.


Do you like fiction? Non-fiction? Both?
I love fiction and non-fiction. I love a well-written biography, self-help books, educational books, etc.


What is(are) your favorite genre(s)?
Christian romance, suspense/thrillers, historical romance.


Do you read to your kids?
I definitely do.


How often do you read to them? When? At bedtime? During the day?
I read to them as often as possible. For my 3 yr old, I read to him mostly at bedtime and I read to my 10 month old during the day.


How old were your kids when you started reading to them?
I don't remember when I started reading to my son but he must have been a few months old.


Why do you read to your kids?
I read somewhere that reading to kids at an early age encourages them to speak early. In addition, they build a wide vocabulary and develop good language skills!

UAN

Trackbacks:
Do folks not read anymore? The writer, Angelique, challenges parents to read to their parents, starting out with at least once a week. I totally agree!
Reading and growing older The writer discusses the option of digital reading but hopes that printed books will remain for time to come. To be honest, I don't really like reading e-books. If you asked me to choose between a printed book and an e-book, I'd go for the former!