2. Books Increase Comprehension and Vocabulary in Young Readers
Whether you’re reading to a baby or toddler, or if an older child has started reading on their own, book-reading is a healthy habit that can support comprehension and a growing vocabulary. Not only does this help with gradual progression of reading ability itself, but young readers may also use such skills in daily life.
“Studies show that reading to children as early as in infancy not only stands to improve language skills but more importantly establishes early parent-child bonding that is an essential part of their nurturing experience,” says Curitore.
“As a child grows, reading and the impact of literacy opens doors in education and opportunity, which can have far-reaching benefits for success during a lifetime,” she says.
According to Cleveland Clinic, reading helps build babies’ language skills and introduces them to a wider variety of words than they might encounter through listening to everyday conversations.
With that in mind, Dr. Allan says she thinks of reading “as a workout for the brain,” adding that “it strengthens the neural pathways responsible for focus and emotional regulation. By building these structures early, children develop the cognitive strength needed to manage life’s challenges and their brains become more resilient as they grow.”
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