To read aloud to kids, your own or others, is the single most rewarding adult and child activity. Storytelling may never be a recognized talent. There's no "read aloud" Olympic event--but there should be. Storytelling takes skill; there's a way to read to kids so they will listen. Here's how to read to kids so they learn to love books and beg for more! You can even use these storytelling techniques to teach reading and build good reading habits.
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