Today I am going to take my daughter to “Reading Time”. Realizing, as I said on Friday, that I need to spend more time with her, this is one activity I can do which is free and fun for both of us. If you are a new mom you may not realize that this is even available, and that even at 5 and 6 months old they can appreciate it. I took my oldest at that age, and it was the best time. She sat in her stroller and listened attentively.
My youngest has not had the benefit of going on a regular basis, but I am trying to re-establish this habit. So here are the benefits of reading time:
a) They are learning how to be in a social environment, to sit and listen, and some even do crafts that relate to the story.
b) They are learning to appreciate listening to a story, and are exposed to different ones every week.
c) It is a free activity to get you out of the house, which is great for fighting the “mommy blues”.
d) And this is the best part for moms: You actually can meet other moms… It seems that you will find, for the most part, the same moms come every week. So, you will get to know them in that before and after time. (The Barnes and Nobles I got to has a train table, so most of the kids play around it before and after reading time)
e) This is my favorite part: Because I go to the Barnes and Nobles, I get to have a cup of Starbucks coffee. 🙂
It is a win-win for both you and your child!
Most places have it during the week and on Saturdays as well. Last week our reading time read Spot books, and actually had Spot come and visit! (In case you are looking for a Saturday activity.) So check out your local bookstores for reading times, and GO! Even if you do not live close to a bookstore that offers reading time, most public libraries offer it, too.
Ahh you are so right! Thanks for the reminder. We use to go to Borders for story time. There isn’t one her but I will have to check out B & N. Thanks
Thanks for inviting me yesterday. Michayla and I had so much fun. Even though she is only 6 months I think she enjoyed it. She really enjoyed watching Anna. She was fascinated by her. It was also a very nice change of scenery! We plan on going every week if we can. Thanks!
Thank you for inviting us to come yesterday. Michayla and I had so much fun. Even though Michayla will only be 6 months old tomorrow, I think she really enjoyed the change of scenery! She was really fascinated with Anna too! We plan on trying to go every week! Thanks again!
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