Gladitude

The meaning of "gladitude" is a combination of gratidude and gladness. We should all show graditude for all of life's blessings. At the same time we should experience joy (or gladness) in acknowledging God's gifts to us. The lack of that joy reveals a serious flaw in our gratitude to God. Think about something which you were truly grateful for, and how you expressed your gratitude to the Giver. Compare that joyful reaction to the obligatory "Thank you" which you give when you really don't mean it. Now you be the judge. For everything God gives you, is your response the former or the latter?

http://www.essortment.com/all/motivatingchild_onc.htm

Here are a few more tips for motivating children to read. It will also link you to a variety of other resources.

http://www.alanbrown.com/

This is a great website for kids to read what other kids are saying about books they have loved reading!

Attitude of Gratitude

http://alittlegratitude.com/

This is a great little video about having an attitude of graditude!

Motivating Your Child to Read

http://www.indianchild.com/motivating_children_to_read.htm

This could be a great tool for you to use when you are trying to encourage your child to read. A love of books and learning is the greatest gift you can ever give your child.