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Genevieve McArthur, Professor at the Australian Centre for the Advancement of Literacy, Australian Catholic University

What can you do if your child hates reading?

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During Book Week, we will see countless photos on social media of happy kids dressed as characters from their favourite books, while schools hold daily events celebrating the joy of reading.

It’s a fun time for many children, who relish the chance to dress up as Hermione from Harry Potter or Dog Man and talk about books with their friends and teachers.

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