Blog #2 No App can Replace Your Lap. Importance of Reading With Your Kids

By Diane Davies

Here’s an article that I found that describes well 10 benefits your children will be receiving by you setting up a nightly reading out loud routine where you read to them.  So at what age should you start this nightly reading habit?  My thought is that it is never too early.  I read to my daughter before she was even born!  But then that’s me.  There are many books written for toddlers and even younger to enjoy.  So don’t be afraid to get started.  Continue reading to the children even after they learn to read for themselves.  Sometimes it just feels good to have Mom or Dad do the reading and the child can just enjoy.  I’m not saying you should not have your child read aloud to you – that is good practice.  However, don’t stop reading to them until they no longer want you to.  My granddaughter is in 7th grade and still enjoys the nightly reading routine. You will find that you too will enjoy the reading and the time of togetherness.

Importance of Reading With Kids: 10 Great Benefits

Posted by Bilingual Kidspot on October 19, 2017

1. Reading to young children sets them up to succeed.

2. Reading is important to develop language skills.

3. Exposure to reading exercises your child’s brain.

4. Reading enhances a child’s concentration.

5. Reading together encourages a thirst for knowledge.

6. A range of books teaches children about different topics.

7. Reading develops a child’s imagination and creativity.

8. Reading books with children helps to develop empathy.

9. Books are a form of entertainment.

10. Reading together helps to create a bond.

Happy Reading!