Reading to Children
It is never too early to begin reading to children.
It is never too late to begin reading to people.
By following links in the left menu, you will find lists of characteristics of children at each age level as well as tips for encouraging reading. Be sure to review the material on child development for each age group for a better understanding why a certain age child prefers a certain type of book.
Reference: Cullinan, Bernice E. (1992). Read to me: Raising kids who love to read. New York: Scholastic. ISBN 0-590-45206-1 $4.50 paperback [Also discusses when to start reading to your child, how to use television wisely, how to make a reader out of your child, and how to make a writer out of your child. Contains tips of busy parents and further explains characteristics of each age group.]
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