Make Time for Reading
Make Time for Reading is two books in one. On the right pages — is a once upon a time story to read to babies and young children told in musical rhyme. On the left pages — is useful information for parents to firm up the foundation for reading beginning with the birth of their children and on through age 5. This science-based book includes talking points for use as a teaching tool and references.
Currently available in English and English/Portuguese bilingual.
Make Time for Reading has reached 26,000 + expectant parents, new parents, grandparents, early educators, adult basic education teachers, parent-home visitors, pediatricians, and child librarians.
Endorsements
“Make Time for Reading is a book that all parents and those who work with small children should read and and share with their children — as early as the 1st to 2nd years.”
— The late T. Berry Brazelton, M.D. Renowned pediatrician, author and co-founder of the Brazelton Touch Point Center.
“Make Time for Reading is a book that both parents and young children will savor. For children, it a story about themselves and how they grow up, told in musical rhymes with sweet, evocative illustrations. For parents, it is a guide to preparing their children to be able, avid readers and eager lifelong learners. It encourages parents and children to cuddle up and reminisce, to celebrate progress and to preview the joys that lie ahead. Make Time for Reading should be part of every young child’s library – and in the tool kit of every parent, teacher, home visitor, parent educator, pediatrician, librarian and literacy volunteer.”
— The late Betty S. Bardige, Ed.D early childhood expert, advocate and author
“I shared Make Time for Reading with neighbors, their grandchildren and a doctor who teaches yoga to pre-natal and new moms. Book was a real hit.”