Kids will get excited about reading when they see parents with a book
NEW YORK (PIX11) --- As thousands of New York City area kids head back to school Tuesday-- which is National Read a Book Day --- it's a perfect time to get children excited about reading books.
If parents are seen reading, it's likely kids will mimic the behavior, according to Grace Bastidas, editor-in-chief, Parents.
"Reading is a great way to put down your devices and spend a little time together," she said.
Bastidas joined New York Living Tuesday morning to give parents other tips to get children more excited about books.
Watch the full interview in the video player above.