Making Story Time Magical: How to Build Early Literacy with Your Child

Story time isn't just about reading—it's a special bonding experience that helps children develop a lifelong love of books! Whether it’s part of a cozy daily routine or a spontaneous moment when your child grabs a favorite book, every reading session builds their early literacy skills.

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you’ll go." — Dr. Seuss

Start with the Basics: Learning the Parts of a Book

Before diving into a story, take a moment to introduce your child to the parts of a book:
📖 Front Cover & Back Cover – Where the story starts and ends!
📚 Spine – Holds the book together and displays the title.
🎨 Illustrator – The person who created the pictures.
✏️ Author – The person who wrote the words.
📜 Title Page – Shows the book's name and creators.

These small moments of print awareness help children feel familiar with books before they start reading independently!

Make Story Time a Daily Ritual

💡 Routine vs. Spontaneous Reading – Children thrive with both! A scheduled story time builds consistency and expectation, while spontaneous book moments feed their natural curiosity.

📚 Library Story Hours – Many local libraries offer interactive reading sessions for kids. Check with your Children’s Department to see what fun programs they offer!

Every story you read strengthens your child’s vocabulary, comprehension, and love for books—so make it joyful and engaging!

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