I’ve been reading to my son since he was an infant.  And my daughter has had the added benefit of being read to in utero.  I honestly believe that my son’s love for books stems from the fact that we read so early in his life.  The benefits of reading just 20 minutes a day are numerous and include strengthening relationships, encouraging listening and language skills, promoting attention and curiosity and establishing a strong reading foundation.  And I can’t imagine a better way to teach a child to read than with a book.

How Lil’ Eddie Learns to Read, by Rima H. Corral is about a boy named Eddie who receives a book on his third birthday.  One day, he picks up the book and decides he’d like to learn how to read.  The book follows Eddie and his family as they help him learn to read through books, games, and a neighborhood reading club.  What’s unique about the book is that it includes several detailed parent sections which offer tips on helping children learn to read before their child enters kindergarten.

There is much that can be done prior to teaching a child to read.  For example, the author suggests taking your child to an interesting place such as the zoo or a museum.  Once you and your child have had an opportunity to discuss what was learned and observed at those places, pick out books that show pictures of those places.  There are so many activities I could be doing with my son to help him learn to read.  I think this book has invaluable tips and I would have purchased it for these alone.

How Lil’ Eddie Learns to Read is not only an adorable children’s book, it’s a valuable resource for parents.  It’s available for purchase on Amazon.

I did not receive compensation for this post.  A copy of the book was provided to facilitate this review.