The Benefits of Reading

Posted Mar 12, 2009 by icybcdoan / comments 6 comments / Print / Font Size Decrease font size Increase font size

Take time to read and enjoy the benefits of reading

We are all--adults and children--into having the newest gadgets. Whether it is cell phones for adults, or Nintendo games for children, we have the urge to catch up with technology. However, the simple act of reading a book can bring as much stimulation as electric gadgets. Start the reading early to help them with their brain development, which can also be a simple pleasure for you.

Read for Fun

Just pick out a book to share with your children. If your children are too young, allow them to look at the pictures, and enjoy a laugh or be amused with their expression.

You are creating a special bond with your children as you share the moment.

Read to Improve Comprehension

Read to your child to improve their comprehension. As you read, children pick up the plots of the story, and anticipate in the ending. They will want to know what happens at the end.

Read to Learn

Read to learn more information! Reading expands not only your horizon, but your children as well. They will put their imagination into the story, and start asking questions to know more about the place in the story.

Read to Build Vocabulary

Read to build on vocabulary! Reading aloud to your children will help them learn new words, which exposes them to higher level vocabulary than they would normally hear.

Start the reading early with your children, help them enjoy reading, and aid them with their brain development.

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nenen
nenen said... on May 22nd, 2009 at 9:00 AM

nice article. reading with your children not only enhance their reading, comprehension and vocabulary skills. it also develops perfect bonding to both of you

passnthru
passnthru said... on March 20th, 2009 at 10:38 AM

YES!! right on

Goodselfme
Goodselfme said... on March 16th, 2009 at 4:09 AM

Reading is so essential in all we do. the earlier the children are introduced, the better chance of them loving it. 5*

GlynisSmy
GlynisSmy said... on March 15th, 2009 at 1:28 PM

You cannot start too young with getting a child interested in books, this big kid loves them too!!

travelerscp
travelerscp said... on March 13th, 2009 at 2:17 AM

Reading is the best!!!

ansh08
ansh08 said... on March 12th, 2009 at 10:43 PM

5 stars



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