What happened: Frank Cottrell-Boyce, the children’s laureate, told MPs that reading for young children should prioritise enjoyment rather than academic achievement. He called for more support for parents and nursery workers to encourage early reading habits.
Why it matters:
- Focusing on reading pleasure may help reverse the decline in children reading for enjoyment.
- Early support for parents and carers can foster a lifelong positive relationship with books among children.
MNN Take: Encouraging children to enjoy reading from an early age can build stronger reading habits. Supporting those involved in early childhood care is key to making reading a pleasurable experience rather than a task.
Sources: Guardian UK