Struggling to Get Your Kids to Read? This Free Printable Reading Tracker Changes Everything.
- Handley Place Living
- Jun 16
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 30
Some kids love reading.
Others… not so much. My tweens & teens fall into this category and asking them to read just “30 minutes a day” leads to a lot of nagging from me!
That’s why I made this Reading Tracker— a simple, visual tool that helps break one BIG goal (finishing a book!) into small, daily wins that feel manageable and motivating.
This Google Sheet auto-calculates everything for you!
Click "Make a copy" to save it to your Desktop. Fill in the Date, Pages and Number of Days and the form will fill in the rest. Print your own copy and start reading!
Why It Works (Especially for Kids Who Feel Overwhelmed Easily)
Whether your child struggles with focus, executive functioning, or just needs a little extra structure, this Reading Tracker helps because it:
Breaks a big book into small, daily page goals
Gives visual progress so kids can see how far they’ve come
Creates a clear plan that feels more like a challenge and less like a chore
Gives the satisfactory feeling of crossing off a completed task
It’s like the Pomodoro method, but for books — one day, one small task at a time.
What It Is
This isn’t a typical reading log. It’s a flexible schedule + tracker that you or your child can use to:
Choose your book
Set a start date and end goal
Let the sheet calculate how many pages to read each day
Check off each day as they go
Want to really motivate them- how about a reward at the end?!
It works for any age- studying for an exam or certification- break down textbooks into manageable sections. Adults have a daily reading goal- stay on top of it with a reading
tracker.
Final Thoughts
For kids (and moms) who need to see a path to stay motivated, this tracker gives just enough structure to spark momentum — and keeps the pressure low. It’s about progress, not perfection. And honestly? That’s the kind of energy we all need more of.
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