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What do I do if I have to read a 300 page novel that I do not like for a school project?

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If it is a well-known novel, there should be an audiobook online. You can first listen to it, and then read the book. Listening works wonders.

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Why is reading important?

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Reading can inform you about life and help you make wise choices and decisions.

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What if you hate all the books and none of them suit your interests?

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There are so many kinds of books in the world; if you can't find one you like, you aren't trying hard enough. What are you interested in? I promise you, there are tons of books about your interests. Try adjusting your attitude toward books.

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How can I make time for reading in the morning?

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Set an alarm, go to bed at a reasonable hour and make it part of your regular morning routine.

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How can I read in the night?

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Use a lamp or flashlight.

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Can I read a book with 217 pages in one day?

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Yes. Find yourself a quiet spot with good lighting. Take short breaks if you start getting tired; stretch or get yourself a snack or a cup of tea.

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What if I hate reading? What should I do to love book reading?

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Find books you love and are interested in and, if there is a book you've never read but don't like, give it a chance. You might end up liking it.

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How do I get back into reading more frequently?

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Sometimes people stop reading for a while because they can't find a good book. Chances are if you love reading, you probably read a lot of good books but have trouble finding them. To help break out of this rut, try reading a book from a brand new genre that you haven't explored before, like mystery or sci-fi. Alternatively, ask a friend for recommendations. Once you find a book, set aside at least 15-20 minutes a day to read. It's not a huge amount of time, but even a few minutes of reading a day can help inspire you to continue more regularly.

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How can I read when I have school and play sports?

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You can get up a little earlier in the morning and read then, and also read write before you go to bed. If you don't get carsick, you can read in the car or on the bus to and from school and your activities. If you have any downtime after school and sports, and your homework is finished, you can read then as well.

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What if I find kid books too predictable but young adult books' content is too old?

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There is a grey area called "middle grade". It's between children's and YA, but leans more on children's. Remember, not all YA is mature, and not all kid books are predictable.

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What if I try reading lots of different books but I still hate reading?

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Ask yourself what it is about reading that you hate. Once you have figured that out, you will know what to work on. Many people "hate" reading because it feels like work or it takes too long. This may be because they do not have great reading skills. If that's the case, work on building your skills, and after awhile, you may find you love reading after all. Some people "hate" reading because they are accustomed to instant gratification. Try taking a break from things like movies and YouTube videos, and social media. Modern technology is great, but when we overuse it, we lose patience for anything that doesn't happen right away.

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How can I understand the sentences in the book?

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Read the sentence over and over until you understand it. If you spot an unknown vocabulary word in the text, you can either use context clues to infer the meaning, or look it up in a dictionary.

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What is the best snack for reading?

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I usually like to snack on some goldfish crackers or popcorn. Pick something little that you like to eat whenever you feel kind of hungry.

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How can I avoid being distracted by noise and electronic devices while I try to read?

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Put electronic devices in another room. For noises, go into a different room and close the door and windows. Tell people around you in a polite way that you will be reading. They might be considerate and choose something quieter to do to not bother you.

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I love reading, mainly fantasy. I find it hard to branch out and find new books. How could I do that?

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Go to your local library and look for a book title that you're interested in that is not fantasy. Check out the popular shelves or specialist shelves the librarians have arranged for some new ideas. Or, read books with nice covers, or covers of a certain color, etc.

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