Importance of Reading

It may seem surprising but true; in today's technology-dependent world, little focus is being placed on the importance of reading to kids. When in reality it should be the exact opposite! Getting children book selections and reading to kids is important now if the children are to develop a desire for reading in the future or for the long term. Reading teaches children how to do new things, how to handle life situations, keeps their curiosity alive, the list can go on forever.

While it is true that the Internet is becoming a learning resource for children, it is equally true that a good reading ability is needed to actually harness the educational offerings on the Internet. Thus, book reading should come first, and an appreciation of the Internet and technology should come second.

If we want our little ones to have this love of reading, and a desire to read then we need to take that first step by showing them how to do so. Unplug from the world and curl up with a good book, cup of cocoa (or favorite beverage) and your little one to not develop a love of reading, but to make lasting memories.

I know for myself those are some of the fondest memories I have is when my father would read to me my Looney Tunes books before bed. Something that was so simple and easy to do really made a lasting impression on me. An impression that I know will also make a long lasting one on your children too.

Have an adventurous day!

Carmela Dutra author of
The Adventures of Lorenzo the Bear
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