The fourth myth we busted in the previous chapter was this: kids need to sit still while we read to them. The fact is, they don’t. Many children actually listen better when they fidget or move while doing focused brainwork. I’ll bet you know right off the bat which of your kids will benefit most from keeping their hands busy while you read aloud. In my home, all my kids tend to do something else while I read aloud. Some need it more than others, but it’s a regular practice at our house to fiddle and doodle while listening. But just having a mental list of things your kids can do while you read
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