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Sunday, July 24, 2016

Beginner's Guide to Creating Book Loving Babies


Summer is a great time to encourage read aloud opportunities. When can a child learn to love books?  Here are a few tips.



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The following was first posted on
 03/06/2014  Here are excerpts:

There are so many ways you can enhance your infant's love for books.  From the moment you learn that your parenthood status has been activated, you can begin to consider what your library will look like. Perhaps you will dream of sharing ideas with your child.  You might imagine what it will be like to talk to your baby and cuddle up on the couch to read a story. 

Here are a few ideas as you begin to establish a very special family tradition. This tradition may help you build a solid foundation for your future reader.  

1. Start a "favorite" book list and add it to your registry request prior to baby's arrival.  

2. Let family and friends know that you are interested in beginning your family library.  

3. Visit book stores and look in the book section at local shopping centers to see what catches you eye.  

4. Attend a story time and talk with other parents to find out what their children love to read. 

5. Have a "Memory Recall" session with family members: parents, siblings, grandparents, aunties and uncles.  What books did you enjoy during your childhood? What books can be passed along from their childhood?

6.  If you were not exposed to literature as a child, what are your hopes for your little ones regarding reading?

7.  Look on line to find resources that provide recommendations and book reviews.  Parenting blogs are also a fun way to connect with other families who read to their children on a regular basis.  They will give you links for reading campaigns and opportunities to bring the world into your home.  Just open a book to explore the possibilities.




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