Ready, Set, Read

WHY is it so important to promote literacy in the early childhood years?

Because there are so many benefits!

• Between the ages of 0-5, children’s brains are developing at a rapid rate. Children who are exposed to books and language when they are young, are better equipped to learn to read and write later.
• Literacy promotes language development and the communication skills essential for social interactions.
• Exposure to different narratives and perspectives in literature encourages critical and creative thinking skills.
• Engaging with books and stories empowers children to explore new ideas and concepts on their own terms.
• Children who enter school with a basic understanding of letters, sounds and vocabulary, tend to have a smoother transition into the process of reading and writing.
• Early literacy experiences have been linked to improved health outcomes and social well-being, as well as future educational success.
• And most importantly…Time spent reading with your child promotes bonding and emotional development. Literacy can foster empathy and emotional resilience, as children explore different characters and situations through story. Lay the groundwork for a life-long love of learning!

Books from the Classroom

Ages 0-2

• Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Eric Carle
• Opposites, Sandra Boynton

Ages 2+

• Freight Train, Donald Crews
• Mouse Paint, Ellen Stoll Walsh

Ages 3+

• The Snowy Day, Ezra Jack Keats
• Harry the Dirty Dog (series), Gene Zion

Ages 4+

• The Book with No Pictures, B. J. Novak
• The Peace Book, Todd Parr
• The Red Jacket, Bob Holt

The Next Storywalk®

Located in the Native Plant Garden on the west side of Pottawatomie Community Center

Details coming soon!