A lot of fun can be had reading picture books with this age group: as the adult reader, give yourself permission to be silly.
The child will love it, and will see books as a positive at an early age
Chat about the pictures, as well as the words, and give the child time to respond, even before they can properly talk
- Use a favourite cuddly toy to act out part of the book
- Keep a book in the child’s bag for entertainment when you’re out of the house. Get it out on the bus, or in a café – anywhere you have to wait!
Reading tips on the BookTrust website
Monthly Inspiration from BookTrust on what to read for this age group:
Oh Dear, Look What I Got!
by Michael Rosen, illustrated by Helen Oxenbury
A child goes to the shops to get a carrot, but things don’t really go to plan when they get a parrot instead.
An utterly delightful picture book about making the best of things when they don’t quite go your way.
