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family reading together September 4, 2025 · Marlana Hodgkinson Great Read Alouds: Family favorite chapter books Reading aloud together is a fantastic way to slow down, relax & reconnect. For young readers hearing stories read aloud is an opportunity to learn new vocabulary & ideas. With chapter books you can read a chapter each night. Read More
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