Celebrate Valentine's Day and Read to Your Child Day!

Valentine’s Day, celebrated on February 14th, is a wonderful time to reflect on love, kindness, and friendship. It’s also a perfect opportunity to participate in Read to Your Child Day, a special occasion encouraging parents and caregivers to read with their children. Reading together strengthens the bond between parent and child and helps develop early literacy, spark creativity, and foster emotional growth.

Consider sharing books celebrating love and friendship on this Valentine's Day. Here are a few great suggestions for a cozy read with your child:

1. "Love from The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle – A sweet story about love, featuring the familiar characters from the "Very Hungry Caterpillar" series.
2. "The Day It Rained Hearts" by Felicia Bond is a delightful tale about a little girl who catches hearts falling from the sky and shares them with those she loves.
3. "I Love You to the Moon and Back" by Amelia Hepworth is a heartfelt story about a parent and child expressing their love in the sweetest ways.
4. "The Valentine Bears" by Eve Bunting is a charming story about two bears preparing for Valentine’s Day. It teaches children about kindness and giving.
5. "Somebunny Loves You" by Richard Dungworth is a cute story about a bunny showing love in creative ways, perfect for younger children.

These stories will help instill a love for reading and celebrate the spirit of the season. So, on Valentine’s Day, take a moment to read with your child and share in the joy of love and storytelling!