This course demonstrates how reading aloud to children dramatically improves their likelihood of future academic success.  Learn about some of the finest children’s literature available, and download a searchable list of over 450 picture books (of which 90 are modeled in the course).  Learn reading strategies to maximize children's engagement and cognition.  Learn how working with a children’s librarian can minimize the purchase of books that do not match childrens' interests.  As a Montessori teacher, the instructor discovered that her frequent use of the public library improved the reading scores of her students.   This course can benefit parents, teachers and caregivers.