How do you get kids to love reading in a world of screens and short attention spans?

In this warm and practical conversation, Dr Justin Coulson sits down with one of Australia’s most beloved authors — and current Children’s Laureate — Sally Rippin. Together they explore why connection matters more than comprehension, how to support struggling readers, and the simple, joyful ways families can bring books back to life at home.

You’ll hear:
Why “all kids can be readers” (even reluctant ones)
How neuroscience is changing the way we teach reading
The role of modelling and family rituals in raising readers
Why choice and curiosity keep kids engaged
The surprising power of reading together — at any age

QUOTE OF THE EPISODE
“There’s no better way to help kids fall in love with reading than for them to fall in love with you while you read together.” – Dr Justin Coulson

RESOURCES
Sally Rippin, Australian Children’s Laureate
Sally’s books: School of Monsters, Billy B. Brown, and more
Interview with Sally: A Rippin Good Read
Happy Families

How do you get kids to love reading in a world of screens and short attention spans?
In this warm and practical conversation, Dr Justin Coulson sits down with one of Australia&rsquo;s most beloved authors &mdash; and current Children&rsquo;s Laureate &mdash; Sally Rippin. Together they explore why connection matters more than comprehension, how to support struggling readers, and the simple, joyful ways families can bring books back to life at home.
You&rsquo;ll hear:
<ul>
<li>Why &ldquo;all kids can be readers&rdquo; (even reluctant ones)</li>
<li>How neuroscience is changing the way we teach reading</li>
<li>The role of modelling and family rituals in raising readers</li>
<li>Why choice and curiosity keep kids engaged</li>
<li>The surprising power of reading together &mdash; at any age</li>
</ul>
QUOTE OF THE EPISODE &ldquo;There&rsquo;s no better way to help kids fall in love with reading than for them to fall in love with you while you read together.&rdquo; &ndash; Dr Justin Coulson
RESOURCES
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.childrenslaureate.org.au">Sally Rippin</a>, Australian Children&rsquo;s Laureate</li>
<li>Sally&rsquo;s books: School of Monsters, Billy B. Brown, and more</li>
<li>Interview with Sally: <a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/podcast/episode/952-a-rippin-good-read">A Rippin Good Read</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.happyfamilies.com.au">Happy Families</a></li>
</ul>

The Happy Families Podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.

The Happy Families Podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.

The Happy families podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now.

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Helping Kids Fall in Love with Reading – A Conversation with Sally Rippin

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