These 12 monthly fact sheets are about reading to your baby during the first year of life. Each fact sheet shares the importance of reading to your baby as he/she develops.
Fact Sheet 1 for Baby's 1st Month
What you will read about: It is never too early to start reading to your baby. Choose short stories with simple pictures.
Fact Sheet 2 for Baby's 2nd MonthWhat you will read about:
Set regular reading times for your baby and create a special, cozy place.
Fact Sheet 3 for Baby's 3rd Month
What you will read about: Talking about the pictures in the books, as well as the story, helps baby recognize your voice.
Fact Sheet 4 for Baby's 4th Month
What you will read about: Choose books that are sturdy such as cloth, plastic or board books. Even if your baby chews on them, it is ok.
Fact Sheet 5 for Baby's 5th Month
What you will read about: Having a variety of books keeps baby interested, such as, rhyming, stories, pictures and words.
Fact Sheet 6 for Baby's 6th Month
What you will read about: Let your baby participate by pointing or trying to turn the pages.
Fact Sheet 7 for Baby's 7th Month
What you will read about: Choose stories that resemble life events, such as, eating, taking a bath, play time and going to bed.
Fact Sheet 8 for Baby's 8th Month
What you will read about: Reading to your baby helps develop social skills, language and much more.
Fact Sheet 9 for Baby's 9th MonthWhat you will read about: Keep books in the car, diaper bag and throughout the house to take advantage of special reading moments.
Fact Sheet 10 for Baby's 10th MonthWhat you will read about: Let your child see you reading because being a reading role model is important.
Fact Sheet 11 for Baby's 11th MonthWhat you will read about: Children must have 6 skills before learning to read.
Fact Sheet 12 for Baby's 12th MonthWhat you will read about: You are your baby's first and most important teacher.
