National Reading Month: Teach Your Child to Read

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Young children who read 20 minutes per day scored above the 90th percentile on standardized reading tests.* Take our challenge to read to your child each day, and create a love of reading to last a lifetime.

Source: Cunningham, A.E., & Standavich, K.E. (1998).

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Dreaming Big We've teamed up with Olympic gold medalist Kristi Yamaguchi to support childhood literacy.

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Reading is where our story began LeapFrog was founded 20 years ago to help one child learn to read. Now, we've helped millions.

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Read to succeed Prepare your child for school success with these tips from our literacy expert, Carolyn James.

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Amazing Word Explorers Game Set Download and print the game board and playing cards for a fantastic storytelling adventure game

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Celebrate National Reading Month...even if your child can't read yet Even non-readers can celebrate Reading Month. Here are 6 skills to prepare your young child for reading.

Teaching kids how to read While learning to read happens over the course of many, many years, there are plenty of things you can do at home to help your young child learn to read.

Creating a reading-friendly home Learning to read is one of the most important skills your child needs for school and life success. Start at home, now, to encourage growth.

How can I get my baby interested in books? The easiest way to get babies excited about books is to make reading a consistent and fun part of your day. Some parents find reading is a relaxing activity that helps babies wind down at nap time and bedtime. Whenever you read, cuddle your baby close and let your baby explore the book (sturdy board books are better for babies who want...

Read to baby better Get the most out of reading to your child with these expert tips.

Printable guide to reading with your child LeapFrog and KinderCare have teamed up to bring you a helpful guide to make the most of reading time with your child.