Why is reading with young children & preschoolers important?

Reading is fundamental for success in life. Families need to foster excitement about written language to promote young learner interest in reading.

During early years, it is important to read with kids to help build vocabulary and connections to what they read. This is how background knowledge for core subjects is developed.

It is important to talk about characters, setting, the connection between pictures & words as well as basic concepts about print.

Children need to demonstrate phonemic awareness & develop phonics skills early to optimize other domains of reading.