Give them books as gifts. Show children that reading is fun, that you enjoy reading. This helps them to learn to know more about books, to come to love to read and to learn about language. Family literacy is a commitment but it is not a full time job. Integrate a few minutes each day, combine teaching and learning with your other household activities or duties.
Studies show that parents are the most important teachers of their children.
Children learn by imitation. They imitate what they hear and see. It is this fact that allows children to say their first words and that is how children learn the importance of reading from those closest to them. Read on and see how easy it can become to become a better teacher. Discover what your child likes.