Reading Resources
Are you looking for ways to access free books for your reader? Do you need tips and tricks to grow your child's love for reading? Check out the programs and resources available below.
Programs and Resources at Nationwide Children's Hospital
Imagination Library
Through Nationwide Children’s partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio, you can sign up any child from birth up to age five to receive a new book in the mail each month at no cost to you.
Reach Out and Read
Give the gift of reading with the Reach Out and Read program.
SPARK Program
SPARK can help you be your child’s 1st and forever teacher! The SPARK Program will come to you at your home or a location of your choice. Children who have been in the SPARK Program do better on school tests than children who have not been in SPARK.
Partner Resources
CAP4Kids Reading Resources
CAP4Kids offers reading resources for young children in Central Ohio.
Reach Out and Read Video Resources
Check out video resources for families on the Reach Out and Read National YouTube channel.
Blog Posts and Podcasts
PediaCast 417: Family Literacy and Great Books for Every Age
Dr. Rakowsky and Dr. Abrams visit the studio to explore the many benefits of reading. They share tips for nurturing a child’s love of written stories and reveal our favorite books for babies, teens and all the ages in between.
Early Literacy: Why Reading is Important to a Child’s Development
Language and literacy develop together as a baby grows from an infant, to a toddler, to a school-aged child and older. This development happens in an expected order, through social interactions, most often with parents. The key to development is that interaction.
The Benefits of Reading to Your Child
Good Night Moon, Little Gorilla, I am a Bunny, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, I Love You Stinky Face. Just a few of the books I have read to my boys countless times over the past 8 years.
Give Them Words to Succeed
Did you know that the average kindergarten student has a vocabulary between 2100-2200 words? This is important because a child’s vocabulary is the foundation for communication, and it correlates with academic success.
Benefits of Starting Reading at a Young Age
Studies have shown that children who are exposed to reading prior to preschool tend to develop larger vocabularies and are more likely to succeed during their formal education.
The Importance of Reading to your Child
As parents, we all want the best for our children. We make sure they have food, clothing and shelter, and we provide them with a nurturing environment in which they can learn, grow and thrive.
Reading With Your Child Is Beneficial
Did you know that reading with your child from a young age can make them smarter? It also promotes listening, communication, fine motor, gross motor and social emotional development.
Sight Words: Are They Necessary to Teach Your Child to Read?
They have been called Fry, Dolch, high frequency and common words. Regardless of their name, the English language is based on sound associations to letters and letter pairs.
Calling All Parents: Do you Know About the Summer Slide?
Even though there is a lot of debate about how to prevent summer learning loss, we know that kids who are actively engaged in learning during the summer are better set up for success down the road. Here are some tips to keep kids learning.
Is My Child Ready for Kindergarten?
Having an idea of what your child should know and be able to do when they start school will give you the confidence to determine if your child is ready for kindergarten.
Getting a Kick Start for Kindergarten: Tips for a Successful Transition
As you and your preschooler prepare to transition into Kindergarten, a range of feelings may arise from excitement to sadness to fear or worry. Here are ways to help your family prepare for this change.