04/02/2026
Encouraging Reading at Home: A Key to Success in the Seag Transfer Test and Transition to Secondary Achool.
Dear Parents,
As our children prepare for the Seag transfer test and transition to secondary school, one of the most powerful tools we can provide them is the gift of reading. Encouraging reading at home can greatly enhance their academic journey and personal development.
Why Reading Matters:
1. Improves Literacy Skills: Regular reading helps children develop essential vocabulary and comprehension skills, which are crucial for success in exams.
2. Boosts Imagination and Creativity: Reading expands horizons and stimulates imagination, allowing children to explore new worlds and ideas.
3. Enhances Concentration and Focus: Engaging with a good book requires focus, which can translate into improved attention spans in other areas of study.
4. Builds Empathy: Literature offers insights into different perspectives and experiences, fostering empathy and emotional intelligence.
5. Encourages Lifelong Learning: By making reading a fun and enjoyable activity, we instill a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.
Tips for Encouraging Reading at Home:
- Create a Reading Space: A cosy nook with good lighting can make reading more inviting.
- Visit Libraries Together: Explore local libraries to discover new books and genres.
- Set a Family Reading Time: Designate a time each day to read together, even if just for a few minutes.
- Discuss What They Read: Talk about the stories and characters, encouraging critical thinking and connection.
By fostering a habit of reading at home, we equip our children with the skills and confidence they need to succeed during their tests and beyond. Let’s make reading a cherished part of our daily routine!
See the great post below from On Target Tuition and Resources , with lots of book suggestions for your child. A super post !
📘 Parents — lots of you asked this week for SEAG book recommendations!
We’ve put together a targeted P6–P7 reading list to build comprehension, vocabulary and test confidence — perfect for P6/7 reading.
What’s inside:
✨ Classic novels often used in SEAG passages
📖 Modern fiction with rich language
🧠 Non‑fiction to practise factual reading
😂 Funny & illustrated reads for reluctant readers
Whether your child loves reading or needs a confidence boost, this list makes revision enjoyable and effective.
👉 Read the full list: link in the comment (Facebook), Link in the bio (Instagram).
🎯 Read the right books now — it really helps on test day!
