Reading aloud to children ‘holds key to genius’

CHILDREN who have been read aloud to from an early age become the best readers and have a greater chance of becoming a budding genius, according to the experts.

This message was driven home at the launch yesterday of a “Guide to Books for 0-5 year-olds”, aimed at making reading for under fives a fun and educational time for both parents and child.

The free guide available from Barnardos National Children Resource Centres throughout Ireland lists a number of favourite publications for children aged up to five years.