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>> Set the Scene
for Storytelling --

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Tips for Caregivers:

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There are many ways parents
can engage children

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in the act of reading.
To help bring stories to life,

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consider some of these
often overlooked elements

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the next time
you sit down to read.

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Read the book yourself
ahead of time,

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so you know how to set
the proper tone for the story.

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Create a spot for children to
sit and relax while they listen.

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Building a fort before you read
is a fun activity,

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but also makes for the perfect
reading spot

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for an adventure book.

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Introduce the story
before you start.

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You can talk about the title,
subject, cover art, author,

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or make predictions
about what will happen

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before you start reading.

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Read the story
in a loud, clear voice.

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Try different voices and tones
to convey different feelings

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or portray various characters.

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Have fun with language
and sounds.

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Don't forget to ask
open-ended questions

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along the way
to create healthy dialogue

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and support reading
comprehension.

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You'll be surprised how much fun
storytelling will become

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for both you
and your children.