Improving reading skills and discovering joy of books
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Libraries
Public libraries are obviously a great source of books.
They have a large selection of books for all ages, including:
- eBooks
- large print books
- eAudiobooks
- audiobooks on CD
As well as books, libraries also offer a wide range of free services, including:
- eNewspapers and eMagazines
- local history resources
- computer use
- internet access and Wi-Fi
You can find out more information on the libraries page.
Reading to your child
Parents are advised to do what they can to encourage their children to develop their reading skills.
Taking the time to read to a child can help them to discover the joy of reading.
Whether it's reading a story to little ones at bedtime or enjoying a novel together with an older child, parents and families can help boost children’s reading ability and, in turn, their learning potential.
You can get useful tips and advice in the following section:
Parents can also encourage their child to pick up a book and read out loud to them.