1. Reading to Children The single most valuable thing you can do for children is to read to them

2. Reading must be FUN, not WORK! Why read to children? Builds vocabulary Fosters imagination Increases listening skills Nurturing relationship Increases attention span

3. Criteria for choosing books Age appropriate Visually appealing- pictures Durable Teaches a lesson or concepts Large print

4. Tips for reading to small children Read with expression Speak clearly Read at an appropriate pace Ask questions

5. Encourage Participation Active involvement encourages learning Have young children turn the pages Relate story to the child’s own life Ask questions as you read With familiar books have child act out a character Older children can recognize letters & words

6. Child Activity Everyone should be sign-up for the activity you would like to do!!! All “Lesson Plan Sheets” are due on the class period before you present! Do you have all the materials needed?