Reading to kids a crucial tool in English language development

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - 15:07 in Psychology & Sociology

Poring over the works of Dr. Seuss, the adventures of the Bernstain Bears or exploring the worlds of Hans Christian Andersen with a child has always been a great parent-child bonding exercise. But, according to new research it is instrumental for English-speaking children if they are to acquire the language skills, particularly comprehension, essential to their future reading ability.

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