Saturday, January 18, 2025

Never Too Young!

Babies and books? Even if your little one doesn't understand the content of what's on the page in front of her, simply introducing her to the conventions of holding, examining, handling a book is a learning opportunity. Most of your infant's world is three-dimensional–the people, toys, pets, furniture in her surroundings. She can touch them, even lick them (!),  and experience the real world around her. Looking at print, which is two-dimensional, is going to be an essential lifelong skill. So beyond the actual content of the pages, you are giving her early exposure to the realm of print and illustration. How wonderful is that?

Posted by madforreading at Saturday, January 18, 2025

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What I think . . .

There are all kinds of readers. Some—like my daughter and me—are never without a book to read for pleasure. Others—like my son—are careful, analytical, and curious readers who read primarily to seek information from the page.


No matter what kind of reader your child becomes, you can help him or her get started. After all, you are your child’s first teacher. And, best of all, you can have some fun in the process.


Please feel free to share your own ideas. Tell me about ways you've enjoyed reading with your child.


Madeline Boskey, Ph.D.