Adult Happy Reading Begins Not Just with Logic, but Magic more

For the past ten years, I have worked as a reading mentor, guiding Korean elementary students in English reading. I’ve seen that children who enjoy coaching and feel happy coming to the reading center are more likely to develop lasting reading habits. This led me to an important insight: before building language skills, we must first build a child’s positive attitude toward English. This presentation shares the “magic” of focusing on strengths. When we recognize and support a child’s strengths, we grow their confidence and love for English. This strength-based approach begins with the teacher. Educators who value their own strengths can better inspire students. Lastly, I will offer practical coaching strategies to help students build a positive bond with English and with themselves. With the right approach, reading becomes a joyful and powerful experience—making Happy Reading a reality.