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Savannah,

I have to agree with you! I always knew the importance of reading aloud, but I didn’t know that reading to babies was also important as well, as Mem Fox discussed. I truly didn’t think that babies would be able to understand what was being read and I didn’t realize the benefits of reading to them at such a young age. I also agree that reading three books each night is a goal that should be accomplished because it is a “do-able” amount. I think the Mem Fox reading really opened my eyes even more about the benefits of reading out loud to children.

I also agree with your second statement that as long as kids are reading is what matters. I 100% agree with you. I think that as long as the student is enjoying their book, can read the
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