How many times have you heard your kid say, “I hate to read!”? If it’s more times than you’d like to admit, this article is for you. There are many reasons why children may appear to hate reading. There are also plenty of ways to support and motivate kids to discover a love of reading […]
Literacy—the ability to read, write, and utilize language—begins developing early in life. Infants naturally respond to oral expression and language around them. Babies learn to communicate verbally and eventually say their first words by repeating what they hear. Toddlers start using words, forming sentences, building a vocabulary, and recognizing the importance of print in their […]
Reading aloud to your child is one of the most supportive things you can do for his or her literacy development. Whether your child is an early reader or still a baby, engaging them in storytime instills some of the fundamental skills they need to become lifelong readers. There is scientific evidence that points to […]