THRIVING Melanin Family Magazine September 2018 | Page 19

4. Bedtime Reading
Toddlers remember much more than we give them credit for. We incorrectly
believe that since they are so little, they will not recall a lot of what we do early
on in their infancy. One way to bring the magic of books to your child early on is
to read to them for half an hour every night while they snuggle up in bed. Not
only will it inspire their love of reading, but it is quality time that you will wish
you had back as they become older. All of these activities will bring the joy of
reading into their lives, but they are also meant to allow for many hours of
family time that you just cannot put a price on.
11 REASONS DAD
SHOULD READ TO THEIR
CHILDREN
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