{"id":29391,"date":"2022-07-26T13:16:50","date_gmt":"2022-07-26T17:16:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.munchkinfun.com\/miami\/?p=29391"},"modified":"2022-08-04T10:29:45","modified_gmt":"2022-08-04T14:29:45","slug":"book-recommendations-for-kids-0-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.munchkinfun.com\/miami\/book-recommendations-for-kids-0-10","title":{"rendered":"Book Recommendations for Kids 0-10"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Reading great books with your kids<\/a> is good for their bodies, brains & souls. It’s one of the least expensive, most rewarding ways to spend time together as a family.<\/p>\n

Why Read With Your Kids?<\/h2>\n

Research shows that hearing stories strengthens the part of the brain associated with visual imagery, story comprehension, and word meaning. Reading also strengthens children\u2019s social, emotional, and character development. Great books<\/a> are the building blocks for your child’s early education and emotional development.<\/p>\n

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How to Choose the Right Books for Your Family<\/h2>\n

Great books<\/a> engage readers and teach them valuable lessons. They can be fun or serious, big or small. You’re looking for quality writing, inspiring images and something that will appeal to your child. Each week, our literacy expert picks five books based on a theme. Think books about imperfection, holidays, animals, friendship and healing. Selections are organized by age (infants, toddlers\/preschoolers, elementary schoolers and tweens). Click here for our master list of book recommendations<\/a> – and check back every Tuesday for new updates.<\/p>\n

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How to Make Family Reading a Daily Habit<\/h2>\n

Start early and read often. Build reading into your bedtime routine starting with newborns. Discuss books as you read through them – look at pictures, ask questions, see what your child thinks will happen next. Choose books with different themes<\/a> to broaden perspective & introduce new concepts.<\/p>\n

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