Why reading is important in early childhood
Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the imagination in young children. Often, this leads to role-play as children grow which helps to develop other skills such as empathy, problem-solving, and morality.
HOW DOES READING AFFECT A CHILD'S DEVELOPMENT?
Reading stimulates part of a child's brain to grow and be more active. Reading can widen a child's vocabulary and comprehension ability. Through reading, children develop their empathy, build confidence, and expand their imagination. ... Reading impacts many more interesting areas on a child's development.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF READING?
- 1) Improves the functioning of the brain. ...
- 2) Increases Vocabulary: ...
- 3) Improves theory of mind: ...
- 4) Increases Knowledge: ...
- 5) Sharpens Memory: ...
- 6) Strengthens Writing Skills. ...
- 7) Fosters Concentration.
WHAT ARE THE 3 MOST IMPORTANT PURPOSES FOR READING CHILDREN'S BOOKS?
Children's literature is important because it provides students with opportunities to respond to literature; it gives students appreciation about their own cultural heritage as well as those of others; it helps students develop emotional intelligence and creativity; it nurtures growth and development of the student's
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