When should you start reading to your baby?

Why Read to Babies? Reading together when babies are as young as 4 months old increases the chances that parents continue reading to babies as they get older. Beginning early is important because the roots of language are developing in a baby’s brain even before he can talk!

Does reading to your baby make them smarter?

School success: “Research has shown that about a third of kids start kindergarten without the language skills they need to learn to read,” says Dr. Klein. “Reading to babies and small children helps them develop those valuable skills.”

Does it matter what I read to my baby?

“Even though the baby may not be responding with words, they’re learning a really important social skill and they’re hearing language.” Across the board, experts say it doesn’t matter whether the text is fiction or non-fiction, as long as there’s some sort of narrative arc.

What are the best baby books to read?

The best board books for babies Hug Machine by Scott Campbell Moo, Baa, La La La by Sandra Boynton Besos for Baby by Jen Arena and Blanca Gomez Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr, Illustrated by John Archambault The Pout Pout Fish by Deborah Diesen , Illustrated by Dan Hanna Some Bugs by Angela DiTerlizzi , Illustrated by Brendan Wenzel

Why reading to Your Baby is so important?

Your baby improves language skills by copying sounds, recognizing pictures, and learning words. But perhaps the most important reason to read aloud is that it makes a connection between the things your baby loves the most – your voice and closeness to you – and books. Spending time reading to your baby shows that reading is important.

How to read a book to a baby or infant?

Method 1 of 2: Making Reading Interactive Read at a slow pace. As you read, make sure to go slow. Don’t focus on reading the exact words. As you read, don’t stress about reading the book word-for-word. Use your voice and hands. Whether you’re reading to an infant or an older baby, try to be as interactive as you can. Allow the baby to touch the book. Point to pictures. Ask questions.

Why do babies need books?

Books provide vital one-on-one time for you and your infant. Through the sound of your voice and the warmth of your body, your baby will come to think of reading as a pleasurable activity.