Choosing Great Books for Toddlers
Reading is one of our favourite daily experiences! Getting lost in a story is an incredible experience at any age, don’t you think?
Toddlers need to have many books read to them before they start reading themselves. The ‘Joy of Reading’ learning program in our Centres supports language and early literacy skills at each age level, and of course, encourages a lifelong love of reading from a very young age!
Choosing great books for toddlers can be a fun and rewarding experience for both you and your child. Here are some tips to help you select books that will engage and entertain your toddler:
- Books that have rhyme or repetition are great choices – they’re both fun and interactive, as your toddler can join in!
- Look for books with bright colours – toddlers are drawn to colourful, engaging images,
- Choose books with simple, short sentences and large writing – as you know from experience, toddlers often have short attention spans
- Get interactive! Books with flaps, and textures to feel can be especially engaging for this age group
- What does your child love? Think about their current interests. Do they have a favourite animal or character? Check out some books that feature those!
The best stories are the ones your child loves – the ones they ask for again and again. Sharing those favourites together makes story time such a special bonding moment.
Looking for new ideas to add to your collection? Our expert Curriculum team has curated a list of fantastic toddler-friendly books. Pop into your local Guardian centre for a chat and discover some fresh story time favourites!
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