Even though they may not understand what you’re saying, reading is an important part of young children’s brain development. When you read to infants and toddlers, it helps them learn about speech patterns and beginning language skills while also giving them the foundation they need to enjoy reading throughout their lives. In Time for a Story, Amy Brooks Read and Saroj Nadkarni Ghoting provide some great information about sharing books with young children, including the following strategies for reading with infants and toddlers.
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