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Books and storytelling
Books and storytelling with children promotes brain development, their ability to focus and concentrate, develops their social skills and imagination. Reading and sharing stories helps develop and support language, as well as supports and strengthen relationships with those around them.
Books and storytelling help children develop the essential knowledge, skills and attitudes to understand written, visual and oral language in their community. Children who experience and enjoy books with others develop a positive attitude towards books and all they have to offer. Opening their minds and expanding their imagination and stimulating curiosity.
It can also help children to understand the difference between ‘real’ and ‘make believe’ but also help them to process and understand new or frightening events and the emotions that come with them. Books and storytelling are a great way for the children to learn, see and experience the wider world around them, learning about their own culture and others.