Reading to young kids improves their social skills − and a new study shows it doesn’t matter whether parents stop to ask questions

In 2024, 51% of families read aloud to their very young children, while 37% read aloud to their kids between the ages of 6 and 8 years old. Some parents have said they stop reading aloud to their ...
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You can teach your child to love reading. Here’s what experts say you should do.

Literacy is one of the most important skills for children to learn, but many are falling behind. A 2023 study found that approximately 40% of children in the U.S. are unable to read at their grade ...

From pages to playdates: The friendship skills children gain from reading aloud

Reading is not merely a leisure activity; it serves as a vital lifeline for social resilience and connection. Here are ...
KSL

A new way to improve children's reading — with a horse, of course

KAYSVILLE — Since December, Allie Garlick has become accustomed to elementary school teachers listening to her with a bit of doubt. She understands it. After all, she is approaching them to talk about ...
Los Angeles Times

Reading by 9: Practice phonological sensitivity to build a foundation for early literacy

Introducing phonological sensitivity at home is easy. Most children’s books already have what you need to get started, but books that rhyme with shorter words will allow you to do all of the following ...
The Business Standard

5 interactive tools that make reading fun for children

We’ve compiled a list of interactive reading tools that make learning to read fun, engaging, and confidence-building for children ...