Summer reading tips with the Austin Family Magazine

AUSTIN, Texas (FOX 7 Austin) - Teachers often warn of the "summer slide" as kids lose skills during the summer break. But just 20 minutes of reading each day can help retain language skills and capture young imaginations. Here are some tips to encourage an everyday reading habit.

• Set aside a special reading nook
• Ask your child to read to a pet or stuffed animal
• Choose books on your child's reading level