The Importance of Reading for Children
The importance of reading has been demonstrated repeatedly in a variety of research studies. Over and over again, it's been shown that children who read do much better in school.

Parents can help their children grow and develop by encouraging their kids to read early and often. And they can start by reading to their children when they are babies. Did you know that a parent reading aloud:

• Teaches a baby about communication
• Introduces concepts such as stories, numbers, letters, colors, and shapes in a fun way
• Builds listening, memory, and vocabulary skills
• Gives babies information about the world around them

Believe it or not, by the time babies reach their first birthday they will have learned all the sounds needed to speak their native language.

Check out the links below for valuable reading tips!

• Hillsborough County School District Library Media Services - Summer Reading Lists and much more!
• Hillsborough County Public Library System - Just for kids
• Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative
• Children's Board Library
• Ask a Librarian a Question
• Alphabet Kids
• myON Reader
• Reading is Fundamental
• Seven Child Literacy Resources