DOES READING MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Tutor Tyra

Reading stories like "Frog and Toad" isn't just about enjoying a good tale; it's a journey into a world of words and imagination that can shape a child's learning and understanding in many ways.

By exposing children to new words and different ways of using language, books help expand their vocabulary and language skills. They also serve as windows to the world, introducing kids to new ideas, places, and experiences, which lays a foundation for learning about various subjects later on in school.

But books offer more than just knowledge. They're powerful tools for building empathy and teaching children how to navigate complex emotions. Through the characters and their stories, kids learn valuable lessons about friendship, courage, and resilience.

Furthermore, regular reading habits have long-lasting benefits. Children who read independently not only develop stronger reading comprehension and verbal fluency but also tend to perform better academically across all subjects. They become more knowledgeable and confident in their understanding of the world.

Even if daily reading seems like a challenge, every moment spent with a book is valuable. Whether it's reading aloud or listening to someone else read, each interaction with text helps children improve their reading speed and comprehension skills.

So, while not everyone may have the luxury of time or the immediate motivation to read daily, cultivating a habit of reading is one of the most rewarding investments in a child's future. It's a journey that opens doors to knowledge, understanding, and endless possibilities.

This lesson can be adjusted from reading together, to simply reading alone for correction, or listening to the reading of 'frog and toad' or any book you prefer!

This column was published by the author in their personal capacity.
The opinions expressed in this column are the author's own and do not reflect the view of Cafetalk.

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