Wi t h C OV I D -19 , families are at home educating their children the rest of
What better way then May. to spend time as a family and read? Family bonding and literacy are gifts that keep giving.
Register for Families Reading Every Day (FRED) online at https:// fch.tamu.edu/fred.
Begin or continue reading together for the next four weeks—May 3-May 30.
Log your reading time on the FRED dashboard for the four weeks and complete a survey. We will have prizes for those who read and finish the program including the survey.
Happy reading.
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Why is reading so good for kids?
Educators believe that reading and story telling:
• Stimulates children’s imaginations.
• Enhances their vocabularies.
• Introduces them to components of stories (characters, plot, action and sequence)
• Helps them learn about the world around them.
It is also a child-centered activity that creates warm and positive interaction between parents and children.
There is no right or “wrong” way to read to your child, but these tips might help both of you have more fun while you read:
Begin reading to your child as soon as possible; no child is too young.
Starting early, you establish a consistent pattern. Reading to your child is educational, but they will probably think it is fun.
Choose books your child likes. Children are more inclined to listen and follow along with stories they enjoy.
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