1. Kids hear new words.
2. Develop sentence sense and an ear for rhythm.
3. Hear standard forms of English.
4. Enjoy and compare diverse writing styles.
5. Develop a sense of story.
6. See that reading is enjoyable.
7. Use reading as a doorway to writing.
8. Use reading as a springboard to discussion.
9. Gain new knowledge and understanding.
10.It’s Fun!
