Does your child avoid books, complain about reading, or act completely uninterested—no matter what you try? You may have a reluctant reader...but you're not alone, and there's plenty you can do to help.In this episode of the Engaging Reluctant Readers Podcast, host Ellen Westbrook (a former reluctant reader herself) breaks down:☑️ What it really means to be a reluctant reader☑️ The 3 most common types of reluctant readers: Struggling, Disinterested, & Distracted☑️ Why your child might resist reading—even if they're capable of doing it☑️ Practical, judgment-free strategies to help your child build reading confidence and curiosityWhether your kid zones out during story time, claims books are "boring," or can't be pulled away from their tablet, this episode will give you fresh insight—and a place to start.📖 Prefer to Read? Check out the full blog post: https://engagingreluctantreaders.com/2025/04/10/reluctant-readers-types-help/ 📺 Prefer to Watch? Catch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/57TYUP3-vSk⏳ Key Episode Highlights:[00:01:29] What is a reluctant reader? [00:02:50] The 3 most common types of reluctant readers [00:05:04] The emotional side of reading struggles[00:06:31] Actionable strategies for each type of reluctant reader[00:08:23] Sneak peek of next episode: Creating an irresistible invitation to read at home✨FREEBIE ALERT! Want 164 fun, flexible, creative, mix-and-match ideas to inspire your child to read—on their terms! 👉Grab the Reading Bucket List Bundle: https://engagingreluctantreaders.m-pages.com/bucketlistbundle-----------------------------------------------------------Share your thoughts! 🎧Love the podcast? Hit the 5⭐to leave a rating & review! It helps get this podcast out in front of more moms that need to hear it, so we can help more reluctant readers learn to love books and put an end to the nightly battles around reading! Resources: Follow on Instagram Join the Engaging Reluctant Readers Tribe (Facebook Group) ✨ Grab your Book Nook Starter Kit today! ✨ Grab your Reading Bucket List Bundle today!

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