Reading is Important.
Did you know children who read, or are read to, on a daily basis display greater language comprehension, larger vocabularies, and higher cognitive skills?
Greater access to books, reading frequency, and engaging conversation are all positively associated with learning ability, language comprehension, cognitive skills, and more!
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Read to 100!
Yakima Valley Libraries is challenging families to Read to 100! We’ve put together a list of 100 picture books for children ages 3 to 8 to help keep them entertained, engaged, and, most importantly, reading! Check out the books below:
In English:
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Plus, you can print out the Read to 100 guide (en español), or request one from your Community Library, to help keep track of the books you’ve read!
Resources for Families
Are you looking for more resources to keep your child(ren) engaged and learning? Yakima Valley Libraries provides a variety of educational kits, activities, and digital resources to help your little one(s) become lifelong learners!
The resources below are available to you for FREE – all you need is a library card!
