Future of Education Podcast

S2E343: The "Pay to Read" Method (+ 4 Other Unconventional Ways to Raise Bookworms)

June 30, 2026·10 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

In an era of instant dopamine hits like TikTok, YouTube, and ChatGPT summaries, getting a kid to crack open a book feels like a losing battle. But it doesn't have to be!In this episode, MacKenzie breaks down the exact strategies used to build high-agency, avid readers—including a highly controversial, hyper-effective, science-backed weapon: paying kids to read.For parents who want to build a lifelong reading muscle in their kids, this episode's 5 easy strategies are a great way to get started this summer.

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