What Age Should I Start? Ten Minutes a Day Tip

*A new baby will love being held and hearing your voice, so start as early as possible.

*By two months babies are able to distinguish patterns and respond to highly contrasting colours. This is the time to introduce bright, simple picture books.

*Once a child is able to sit unassisted allow them to handle books themselves.

*Most children go through a chewing and tearing phase.

*Allowing them to handle books at a young age will assist them to pass through this stage earlier.