This week, the Year 5 children have been into nursery to share stories with us. It has been lovely to see our nursery children listening and talking about the books. We hope to continue this in the Spring term. I’ll post some pictures soon…
The Book Trust shares research and information about the importance of reading. This is taken from their website below and is a really interesting read…
Reading supports children to:
Overcome inequalities before they deepen
They can experience better educational and social mobility. Children growing up in poverty are less likely to remain in poverty as adults. Throughout school, they are more likely to overcome the barriers caused by disadvantage.
Bond with their caregivers and experience better mental wellbeing
Feelings of security and bonds with parents/carers are enhanced. Children are more likely to have healthy routines and habits. They are more likely to experience better mental wellbeing, self-esteem and socio-emotional skills.
Meet early development milestones and do better at school
Brain development, attention, and cognitive ability are all enhanced. Children have better school readiness and make more progress across the curriculum. They have better speech and language development and literacy skills.
Develop empathy, creativity and imagination
Children build empathy by reading fiction. They develop creative problem-solving skills, and they develop their creativity and imagination.
Here are some more tips as enjoying and having fun sharing stories and books with your child is one of the best things you can do to help prepare them for reception. Check out the link below…
Getting ready to start school | BookTrust
Here are some tips from Book Trust and a wonderful booklist they recommend for nursery age children.
And follow the link for some great recommendations… Our book recommendations | BookTrust
