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 Helping Your Child Become a Reader
 
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 (January 2000) is a guide for families and caretakers of children from infancy through age 6. Based on the latest reading research, this book suggests many everyday activities to encourage your child's love of reading and strengthen language skills. Includes resources for families and children.
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