A group of chickens, including a white one with black markings and a black one with brown feathers, are perched on a wooden ledge outside. Other chickens are on the ground near a water dish. An open children's book showing illustrations of characters in armor and a crown is in the foreground, held up by someone reading. The background includes a tree, a chicken coop, and garden items.

Reading is one of the coziest (and most important) parts of our day at ABCD Daycare. Stories help children slow down, listen, imagine, and connect, while building early language and literacy skills that set the foundation for lifelong learning.

Building Strong Language Skills

When children are read to regularly, they naturally grow in:

  • Vocabulary and communication

  • Listening and attention

  • Understanding feelings and social situations

  • Story comprehension and memory

  • Early pre-reading skills like recognizing sounds and patterns

A young girl in a dress with a pastel-colored tulle skirt is placing letter cards on a classroom alphabet chart, which displays each letter with corresponding animal pictures and names. The classroom wall has educational posters and a window with blinds.

More Than “Just a Book”

We keep reading fun and engaging, using expression, questions, and conversation to help children think about what they’re hearing. We’ll pause to talk about characters, predict what might happen next, and let kids share their ideas. It’s not about being perfect readers, it’s about loving stories.

Reading Throughout the Day

Reading isn’t limited to one moment. Depending on the day, children may enjoy:

  • Group storytime on the rug

  • One-on-one reading moments

  • Books that match our themes and seasons

  • Songs, rhymes, and simple word play

  • Quiet reading during rest time for children who don’t nap

Creating a Love for Learning

Our goal is to help children see reading as something warm, fun, and exciting, not stressful. When kids connect with stories early, they’re more likely to grow into confident learners who enjoy exploring new ideas.