It’s hard to disagree with the evidence that reading aloud to young children yields great benefits throughout life. And that’s just the factors that are easily tested – language skills, reading readiness, comprehension, and so on. Add to that the relationship building aspect that comes along with a positive shared experience. I still remember snuggling up in my dad’s lap and listening to him read some of my favorite stories and the “funny page” in the Sunday paper. It was a real treat to get that one-on-one time, not to mention getting to hear his hilariously animated voices as well.