Reading can be a tool that we use in our homes to bring peace and order.
Reading has a calming affect on our household. I often remember a technique I read that was used in a classroom –
Drop
Everything
And
Read
We’ve used this technique during “off” days, during long car trips, while visiting folk, and even just for the fun of it! Give it a try!
A few months ago when we were studying the trait of Patience we discussed using our spare time wisely. I divided spare time into two different categories –
1. Our free time – when no one has any expectations on us
2. Our waiting time – when we are waiting for someone/something.
Reading books is our number one activity in our house when we are waiting. Before we established reading as our “waiting” activity I would come back ready to help someone and they were off in another room or even outside. They thought they were being patient, using their time wisely but in reality their choice was a distraction. Reading can absorb their attention but at least their bodies are where you want them to be!
