Every parent understands that reading skills are an integral part of a child’s education. Not only does reading provide a child with a large vocabulary- it also enhances their imaginations and provides them with a means to pursue knowledge and broaden their horizons.
The late Senator James Donovan recognized this as well, and so he founded the program Parents as Reading Partners, or PARP. The program encourages parents to spend a minimum of fifteen minutes reading with their child every day. The technique is intended to show children that reading can be an enjoyable experience, as well as strengthen the bond between the child and his or her parents. In order to prevent frustration or embarrassment, the child should not read alone. Instead, the parents and child should alternate while reading aloud. Today, many schools and families have adopted this method of reading education.