But it eased Charlotte into understanding and loving books. At first it's not so much wanting to expose them to quality books but more importantly expose them to books. Some may have just one word on the page. That's why we should expect and allow babies to handle, grab, tear and chew books. So use books at first that you don't have to protect.
Excitement is important.
Even if they don't understand the words it's the inflection the parents are using or the body language the child picks up on. She suggests starting a book with your child in your lap. If he wanders away in a few minutes continue reading or telling the story. He may come back to you in a bit or he may continue crawling or moving around. Either way, he realizes you are excited about this book and it will make an impression.