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=How to Read Aloud to Your Child and Why It's Important= According to the Family Literacy Foundation, the many benefits of reading aloud with children are: Guides //Developing Early Literacy// National Institute of Literacy
 * Children's self esteem grows as they experience the security of having a parent or other caring person read aloud with them.
 * Children experience increased communication with parents and other family members.
 * Children are introduced to new concepts such as colors, shapes, numbers, and alphabet, in a fun, age appropriate way.
 * Children build listening skills, vocabulary, memory, and language skills.
 * Children develop imagination and creativity.
 * Children learn information about the world around them.
 * Children develop individual interests in special subjects like dinosaurs, cats, or cars.
 * Children learn positive behavior patterns and social values.
 * Children learn positive attitudes towards themselves and others.
 * CHILDREN LEARN THE JOY OF READING!

//Literacy Begins at Home// National Institute of Literacy

=Websites about Reading to Your Child= Reading Aloud: Tips for Parents and Teachers This website has a collection of resources that explain how to read aloud and which stories to select for young children, children, and teenagers. Reading is Fundamental: Reading Aloud Research shows that reading aloud to your child is the number one indicator of how well your child will read; this website includes information and tips about reading aloud. =Books about Reading to Your Child=

by Susan Zimmermann, Chryse Hutchins

 * //The Read-Aloud Handbook, 6th ed.//**
 * Jim Trelease**

Reading Magic: Why Reading Aloud to Our Children Will Change Their Lives Forever
 * Mem Fox**