I cannot emphasize enough the importance of reading aloud to one's child/children. We hear over and over again the benefits of such an activity. The following article discusses the importance of giving books to children ; books that have been passed down from mother to daughter/son. They do not have to be new, but giving books to children is investing in their academic careers and beyond.

Here is the article:http:

New holiday tradition revolves around reading

Excellent ideas on Connecting Children with the Joy of Books