March is National Reading Month and many parents recognize the joys of reading to their children. According to the National Education Association, having kids read a lot is one of the crucial components of becoming a good reader. Young readers need to become practiced at recognizing letters and sounds. The only way to get good at it is to practice.
Developing strong reading skills is a crucial part of each child’s education. In fact, reading proficiency can impact all areas of a child’s current and future life potential. Parents’ attitudes and behaviors related to literacy also have a huge impact on how children view reading,” according to Richard Peterson, Vice President of Education for Kiddie Academy who offers the following reading tips for parents on Latina Magazine: http://latina.com/lifestyle/family/mami-talks-national-reading-month
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