When they were very young, they loved books. In their later elementary and early secondary years, they may have even hidden under the covers with a flashlight at night trying to read beyond "lights out" time. But now that they’re teenagers, suddenly they would rather be shopping, watching TV, talking on the phone, driving around, or hanging out with their friends.

Don't get discouraged--below are some tips that you can use to encourage your teen to read and write.

Be A Model

Use Everyday Activities

Turn Trips and Vacations into Learning Opportunities

Reprinted with permission from:  Communication Services of the Capital Region Board of Cooperative Educational Services in Albany, N.Y. and the Peel District School Board