Many families may not feel welcome at library storytimes – here’s how to ensure everyone benefits from them

By Holly Joseph, Professor of Language and Literacy Development, University of Reading
Daisy Powell, Associate Professor, Institute of Education, University of Reading

Research shows that children who have books in their home and who talk about stories or learn letters with their families, are more likely to do well at school – not only in literacy but across the board. And these effects are crucial and long-lasting: they can still be seen in secondary school.

Unfortunately, not all children have the opportunity to develop a love of books early…

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