Choose a time when you and your baby are
relaxed and in a good mood.
Stop for now if your baby gets upset or
loses interest.
A few enjoyable minutes at a time is
better than a longer unhappy time
together.
2. Look for books with clear and simple pictures
here is a list
of suggested titles
2. Show Baby the book
Point to the pictures and talk naturally
and cheerfully - be sure to keep the
book a fair
distance from the baby's face so he can see the pictures - often
adults hold a baby in their lap and hold
the book so the adult can see it, which
puts the book a mere inches from the
baby's face.
3. Talk and have fun
Remember to touch and love your baby the
whole time.
Make your child feel loved and special
4. Watch what Baby does
Let your baby play with the book if he
wants to.
It is natural for babies to play with
books, even to chew them.
They are discovering how the book works!
Notice what your baby looks at and then
talk about it.
5. Share a book with your baby every day
Even just a few minutes a day is important
Check out this site for more activities
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