National Reading Day – Favorite reads of education researchers

Reading aloud is a valuable activity that not only promotes reading skills, but also expands language comprehension and vocabulary. When listening to someone read aloud, listeners experience stories in a vivid way, which stimulates their imagination and strengthens their concentration. In addition, reading together creates an emotional bond between the reader and the listener, which can further increase interest in reading. Overall, reading aloud plays a crucial role in children's linguistic and cognitive development.

On today's National Reading Aloud Day, IFS education researchers reveal their favorite books to read aloud:

• Prof. Dr. Nele McElvany (Executive Director): „Der Leuchtturm auf den Hummerklippen“ by James Krüss & „Die 13 1/2 Leben des Käpt‘n Blaubär“ by Walter Moers
• Dr. Ruben Kleinkorres: „Weißt du eigentlich, wie lieb ich dich hab?“ by Sam MacBratney and Anita Jeram
• Dr. Olena Kryshko: „Wo ist Mami?“ by Axel Scheffler and Julia Donaldson
• PD Dr. Ramona Lorenz: „Der kleine Drache Kokosnuss“ by Ingo Siegner
• Dr. Ulrich Ludewig: „Gute Nacht Gorilla“ by Peggy Rathmann
• PD Dr. Rolf Strietholt: „Der Tag, an dem die Oma das Internet kaputt gemacht hat“ by Marc-Uwe Kling

Enjoy the selection and happy reading!