Here are just a few reasons why reading at home is so important:
Supports Learning at School.
Reading every day at home reinforces the reading strategies that are being taught at school. As children spend time reading at home, they gain valuable experience with words and strategies that they are developing at school. As the old saying goes, "Practice makes perfect".
Communicates Value.
When children are encouraged to read at home and observe family members doing the same, they see that reading is a valued activity and their intrinsic motivation for reading increases.
Fosters Relationships
In our busy lives, it is important to spend personal time with our children. Reading provides an opportunity to focus on your child, discuss ideas, and share cherished time together.