What parents need to know about children’s library lessons

Most schools have a library program. Reading helps students develop concentration (especially useful for thinking), language skills (including reading, analyzing information and communication), imagination, and creativity, and finally the ability to empathize (through the story being told). 

Reading together also connects parents and children. Reading times can become family activities, through which children have opportunities to listen, share and discuss stories in a book. Ii is a great idea to let your child choose the type of book that he/ she likes. Some children will enjoy sports books, others will love story books. By letting children choose their own books, parents can help them to develop a love of reading. 

Setting a regular time for reading with your child, choosing a quiet place, helping your child feel comfortable, selecting books appropriate for their age, discussing the book content with each other, … are suggestions that parents can use when building a reading culture for children. Discussing what they have read at school is also a good way to build good reading habits and further develop vocabulary. 

At EMASI, reading is part of the curriculum. Information literacy skills are taught across all grade levels as part of the Library Program. This develops lifelong skills in reading, researching, writing dissertations, studying independently and critically reflecting on the validity and reliability of information. In the younger grades, storytelling is a favorite time for students to sit together and listen to their librarians read and discuss fun and meaningful stories which include topics such as life, behavior, empathy, and courage. 

In order to build a reading culture for students, the most important thing is that they feel comfortable in their learning environment so they can further develop their curiosity, thinking and knowledge. EMASI is pleased to accompany parents and students on this important mission.