As your child grows and becomes more active, there will still be times for cuddling and listening to books. There will also be times for playing together, sharing pictures, animal sounds, and fingergames. While toddlers still have limited attention spans, they are increasingly able to enjoy and learn from books.
Young children respond to rhythms, movement, and music.
Nursery rhymes, songs, and fingerplays are important ways of sharing the joys of language. They can be a rewarding part of daily routines like bathing, dressing, and bedtime. Copyright 2000 by Hilary Langhorst Young children enjoy books that deal with familiar things in their world. Bright colors and clear pictures capture their attention. Look for books with simple pictures and realistic photographs.