A message from Mrs Whitechurch

The Magic of Reading

The benefits of reading with children of all ages for their language (and general) development cannot be overstated. Reading with children allows for engaging, authentic and language-rich interactions. When they are read to, children are supported to learn new concepts and vocabulary, hear about new ideas, places, people, cultures and situations, learn about how texts work, and how we use language to communicate in more sophisticated ways.

However, daily reading has benefits that go way beyond childhood. Helping your child to develop successful reading strategies is one of the greatest gifts you can give them. 

More recently, research has proven the health benefits of reading, which include reduced stress - reading can lower stress by 68 percent, according to a study by the University of Sussex. They found that reading was more relaxing than listening to music, going for a walk or having a cup of tea or coffee. The results led cognitive neuropsychologist Dr David Lewis to say, “Losing yourself in a book is the ultimate relaxation … This is more than merely a distraction but an active engaging of the imagination as the words on the printed page stimulate your creativity and cause you to enter what is essentially an altered state of consciousness.”

For more information refer to:

https://www.acc.edu.au/blog/reading-comprehension-student-performance/

Book Week

Book Week and the Scholastic Book Fair are fabulous events that promote the love of literature and encourage children to become lifelong readers.  The flyer attached provides details of our Book Week Celebrations.