Posted in Literacy Tips

"Don't avoid reading to your children.   Do limit video & computer usage."

"Read books aloud to your children" seems to be pretty ubiquitous advice heard in all the literacy circles, but how often is it really heeded? Even with our literature-loving family, we too often choose to pop in a DVD, watch a TV show, or use the computer. We need to remember that to raise literature-loving children, we have to set the example. Regularly reading quality books aloud to our children and discussing them will help build their vocabulary, increase their general knowledge of the world, and develop their moral character. Isn't that worth the price of a little less entertainment?