The Benefits of Reading
to/with Young Children
The Benefits of Reading to/with Young Children
Young children need time with a parent.
 It’s bonding time.
 It’s communicating time.
 It’s just plain fun time!
The Benefits of Reading to/with Young Children
You are raising a reader!
 Will my child be successful in
primary school?
 Am I preparing my child now?
 Am I preparing my child for a
‘world of English?’
The Benefits of Reading to/with Young Children
Language Development
It teaches page order.
It teaches vocabulary.
It teaches sentence development.
The Benefits of Reading to/with Young Children
Other Benefits
 Listening skills, attention span
 Creativity
 Morals and behaviour
The Benefits of Reading to/with Young Children
Continue reading to and with your child!