Reasons for reading aloud...

  • For enjoyment

~Reading aloud is the catalyst for your child wanting to read on their own.

  • To create family bonds

~Reading aloud is a highly interactive experience - it’s a partnership between the reader and the listener.

  • To build social skills

~Reading aloud awakens a sense of empathy and demonstrates social skills.

  • To increase academic skills

~Reading aloud nurtures the child’s listening comprehension.

  • To address tough topics

~Books help children understand that life will be difficult, but they, like the characters, are capable of facing challenges.