Here's "Another Parenting Tip" by Community Concepts and WOXO:

Did you know that one of the best things you can do for your child is to read to her? See if you can be a 1,000 book family. If you and your child read just one book each evening before age 5, you will have read over 1,000 books together! When your baby is young, read to him even if he doesn't seem to understand. He will enjoy the sound of your voice and the colors. As your baby grows older, he will love the ritual of supper, bath, pajamas and reading books till "lights out" time. Make it your special night time ritual. If you work at night, make it a morning tradition! Our local libraries have wonderful books for children of all ages. Children love to read the same book over an over, so next time Grandma wants to buy something for her grandchild, suggest a book!

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