Summer Time and The Reading Is Easy

Reading for pleasure daily is important for children of all ages, as is reading aloud to children.

An article in the Los Angeles Times states::

“Kids who read for pleasure daily score the highest on reading assessments, according to the American Library Assn.; no surprise there. The link is especially strong when kids talk with others about the books they’re reading.

A British study found that reading for pleasure had much wider benefits, resulting in better vocabulary, spelling and mathematical abilities. And reading for pleasure was more important to those successes than were students’ socioeconomic backgrounds. According to the nonprofit reading-advocacy group Kids Read Now, readers also learn better empathy, decision-making and social skills.”

When I write, my primary goal is to put a smile on a child’s face. I want them to enjoy reading. I want them to laugh out loud. I want them to have fun making the craft I have in every book. They’ll also learn new vocabulary, social graces, develop a sense of humour and problem-solving skills, learn how to follow directions and be encouraged to be creative. But they won’t know that. They’ll just know they’re having a good time reading or listening to a book being read and doing a fun craft.

“You can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax all you need is a book!” – Dr. Seuss