Always read the title of a book as well as the name of the author and illustrator when you begin reading a book. Equally important is to discuss how a book is read from left to right, and the different parts of a book. Keep books in multiple areas where your kids can access them.

Choose books that interest your children. That’s the best way to get them excited about reading! And be sure and ask questions about what’s illustrated on the pages, what is happening in the story, and what your child thinks is going to happen next. Also, ask your child how they would change the story.