One of the greatest gifts from parents to their child is a love for the written word.
Start by reading to your child and a good time to start is at about three months of age when the eyes start following moving objects - an ability known as
One of the greatest gifts from parents to their child is a love for the written word.
Start by reading to your child and a good time to start is at about three months of age when the eyes start following moving objects - an ability known as visual tracking. Start with simple picture books, read aloud, and point to the words and accompanying pictures as you progress through the book. Let your child see you turning the pages too.
It may be some time before your child can independently read simple words, but exposure to sounds, letters and words at an early stage, can nurture joy and good foundation for reading.
Reading is a vital skill for daily life and it applies to school, work, travel or just navigating the Internet, to identify and process the information.
Children who enjoy reading broaden their knowledge easily especially if they read a wealth of subject matter. Diving into the pages of a well-loved fairytale can also stimulate creativity and imagination. The more books read, the more your child improves linguistic skill and knowledge. Especially in current times with electronic books (eBooks) available, reading for your chi