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Reading Aloud to Children

July 21, 2025June 18, 2015 by valplowman
Brayden reading a book outside

Reading aloud to your kids can do more than boost literacy—it builds connection, curiosity, and empathy. 📚 Discover new insights and practical tips to make storytime more meaningful and enjoyable …

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Reading Aloud to Preschoolers

July 14, 2025June 4, 2015 by valplowman
Kaitlyn reading on a bench

Snuggling up with your preschooler? 📚 This post shares fun tips to make reading magical—boosting language, imagination, and connection. Learn how to pick books, set routines, and spark joy in …

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Categories Preschooler, Reading Tags literacy, read aloud handbook 2 Comments

How to Make Reading to Toddlers Enjoyable and Effective

July 28, 2025May 28, 2015 by valplowman
McKenna closely reading a book

Want to make storytime more meaningful with your toddler? Discover helpful tips, book ideas, and strategies to build attention span and foster a love for reading from the start. Read …

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Why You Should Start Reading to Your Baby Right Away

July 28, 2025May 21, 2015 by valplowman
Mom reading ot her infant

Want to start reading to your baby but not sure how—or if it even matters yet? Discover why reading to infants is powerful, how to make it part of your …

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Categories Baby, Reading Tags learning activities, read aloud handbook, structured playtime 4 Comments

Reading to Your Baby While Pregnant

October 17, 2022November 1, 2012 by valplowman
Pregnant woman reading

Is there any benefit to reading to your baby while in utero? If so, how strong are the benefits? Is it worth doing or a waste of time? In The …

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Categories Pregnancy, Reading Tags read aloud handbook 1 Comment

The Best Way to Build Vocabulary in Children

November 5, 2021November 10, 2011 by valplowman
Father reading a book to his daughter

Reading is the very best way to build vocabulary. Read aloud to your kids and encourage them to read independently when they can. What do you think is the most …

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Categories Reading Tags language development, read aloud handbook 5 Comments

Why Read Aloud to Children?

August 8, 2022May 26, 2011 by valplowman
Parent reading to child

Learn the benefits of reading aloud not only to your babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, but big kids, also. “…every child begins school wanting to learn to read” (The Read-Aloud Handbook, …

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Categories Reading Tags read aloud handbook, Reading Magic 7 Comments
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Valerie Plowman

Valerie Plowman, known as "the Babywise Mom", is the happy mother of four children. She has been helping parents with their parenting concerns since 2007 and loves helping others absolutely love being a parent.

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