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I believe reading to your children is one of the most important things a parent can do. Reading not only develops a feel for language, and assists in language development, it also helps spark the imagination. An imaginitive child is a child forever thrilled with her world!

Here are some great reasons to read to kids:

* increases vocabulary

* fires imagination

* expands a child's view of the world

* assists in forming intimate bond with children

* helps develop a lifelong love of books and learning

* can increase a child's knowledge in special areas of interest (animals, sports, hobbies, etc.)

Babyhood is a fine time to start reading to your child! You needn't buy reams of expensive books - libraries are the most inexpensive way to get an endless supply! Since we are bookworms in my family, we have searched out a variety of inexpensive sources such as:

The library

Buying them at garage sales and thrift shops

Making our own stories and pictures

Printing out stories from the Internet

And of course, buying them!