Sunday, February 26, 2012

Reading to a Toddler

It's true: Reading to a toddler is fundamental — especially for one- and two-year-olds, whose developing brains are ready to hang on to every word and sponge up every single syllable.  [courtesy of http://www.whattoexpect.com]


Your toddler has been devouring books (sometimes literally) since she was a baby, and now she’s ready to kick the “lit” up a notch. Here’s why reading to a toddler is so important right now.  Read more


Toddlers are little word processors.
Toddlers are ready to build their literary skills.
Reading to a toddler gives her a head start for school.
Toddlers can benefit from books about growing up. 
Toddlers still need bonding time.