Sharing stories and books helps young children develop reading and language skills. These tips from I CAN make reading fun and relaxing for you both.
Sometimes children pick the same books to share over and over again – and that’s OK. Re-reading a book lets children join in by telling you what happens next. Make looking at books fun!
The Book Trust provide free books as part of their Bookstart packs (Bookstart Baby for 0-12 months and Bookstart Treasure for three to four years.) They’re available from your health visitor, library, children centre or nursery.