We have always known that reading aloud is an important way to bond with your baby and develop language skills.

Now neuroscience research is showing us the long-term benefit that reading aloud has for children-all the way into adulthood. Author Rekha S. Rajan was part of current research that shows individuals who were read to more frequently as children had a measurably healthier brain in old age.

This innovative and accessible book incorporates the latest research on brain development, describes how reading aloud supports language and social-emotional development, and gives parents and caretakers what they need to make read alouds a regular and enjoyable part of the family routine.

'Everyone should read this book-perhaps even out loud to a child.' - Booklist Starred Review

'A must, chock-full of usable ideas and recommended reads and sure to be a favourite for parents of preschoolers.' Library Journal starred review