If your child shows little interest in reading books, and if you are met with endless complaining when you ask them pick up a book, know that you are not alone. Many teachers and parents struggle with the problem. Think you have decided to teach Spanish, a second language to your child, and picked up bilingual Spanish books for kids, but they refuse to read. The first step to solve the problem is to understand why your child avoids reading. Here are a few common reasons why children run away from reading: 1. The topic does not interest them The child may be saying that books are boring, but what they may mean is that the particular book’s storyline does not seem interesting to them. Sometimes you may feel you need to tell your child what to read, but what you should do is help them explore. When buying books online, sit with your child to find engaging ones for them. 2. The book’s format does not appeal to them Children spend a lot of time on screens. Video games and online videos m