Resource Centers and Reading: An Essential Pillar for Education.

Reading children’s books not only fosters a love for reading but also contributes to language development and literacy from an early age. This essential practice in early education can also serve as a valuable resource for cultivating socio-emotional skills, helping children better understand and manage emotions, relationships, and interactions with those around them.

Books can show children how to navigate experiences they have never encountered before or have little experience with, such as visiting the doctor or welcoming a new sibling. Additionally, they can introduce children to a variety of emotions and offer different perspectives on how to manage them. Some books are specifically written to address common social issues, but any book can be used to support learning and emotional regulation.

During training sessions within the “Resource Centers – Play and Learning Space” Project, early childhood educators are encouraged to explore modern reading instruction strategies tailored to young children’s needs. Our goal is to promote interactive reading and strengthen an educational environment where books become tools for discovery and active learning.