Parents reading aloud to their children

A significant way that parents can make a difference in their children's early literacy development is to read aloud to them.Early experiences with books give children the experiences, vocabulary, and oral language that helps prepare them for formal reading instruction in school.Research has shown that parents reading aloud to their children is a factor which makes a difference in their success at school.It is important for parents to spend time reading aloud to their children.When parents read from a variety of books, children gain knowledge about the world.The more knowledge children can acquire at home, the greater their chance for success in reading.They will have more to draw upon from these background experiences to help them make sense of reading.The purpose of this project is.encourage parents to read aloud to their children.The project consists of a video cassette designed for parents explaining the importance of reading aloud to their children,.The video focuses on the benefits of reading aloud and practical tips for effective read-aloud-experiences.A brochure with parent tips and a bibliography of books will accompany the video.The video will be-shown at a parent education meeting and can be checked out to parents through the school library.