Suggestions for reading with your baby or toddler

First, be comfortable, cozy and relaxed - both of you!

Next, make sure your child can see the book the right way up as you read.

• Point at pictures and say or ask names of things (depending on your child's age).
• Use a slow sing-song voice as you read.
• Use different voices for different characters - be entertaining!
• Spend time talking about the pictures before turning the page.
• Say a name and ask your older baby or toddler to point to the item.
• Give huge praise each time your child points at and names an object.