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Ms. Erica’s Guide to Reading Aloud Like a Pro
November 22, 2024 6 min read
You don't need to be a voice actor to captivate your child. You just need to be engaged.
The Power of the Pause
"And then... the door... creaked... OPEN." unexpected pauses build suspense and force the child to lean in.
Ask "Wondering" Questions
Don't quiz them ("What color is the hat?"). Wonder with them. "I wonder why he looks so sad? What do you think he needs?" This builds empathy, not just recall.
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Founder of Story Time & Mom of 3. Passionate about raising emotionally intelligent humans.