Learn to Read - Book Nooks

With very little effort, parents can introduce children to the wide world of books.

What to do

1. Visit the library. Get a library card in your child's name and one for yourself if you don't have one. Go to the children's section and spend time reading and selecting books to take home. Check out books yourself to show your child everyone can use and enjoy books and the library. Be sure to introduce your child to the librarian and ask about special programs the library has for children.
2. Start your own home library. Designate a book case or shelf especially for your child. Encourage your child to arrange the books by some method--books about animals, holiday books, favorite books.
3. Keep an eye out for inexpensive books at flea markets, garage sales, used book stores, and discount tables at book stores. Many public libraries sell old books once a year. You will find some real bargains!
4. Make your own books. (See activity under Make a Book.) Child- made books become lasting treasures and part of your home library.

When collecting books in an important family activity, parents send the message that books are important and fun.

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