Long before babies start talking, they begin to perceive the tone of their parents’ voices, facial expressions, and sounds in the world. That’s exactly why 0-3 year old storybooks play a critical role in your baby’s language and brain development. With the right book selection, you can lay the foundations of their future reading habits.

The Power of Visuals

For babies between the ages of 0-3, visuals are at the forefront rather than texts in books. Pages with contrasting colors (black, white, red) and large shapes attract babies’ attention. Instead of complex illustrations, books with simple drawings indicating animals, objects, or emotions should be preferred. As babies look at pictures, the parent’s naming of those pictures makes a tremendous contribution to language development.

Touch-and-Feel and Interaction

This age group discovers the world by touching. Fabric books with different textures or pages that make sounds stimulate their senses. Interactive 0-3 year old storybooks with simple mechanisms enable the baby not only to see but also to physically feel the book.

Reading time is one of the most special moments that strengthen the bond between the mother or father and the baby. A short story you read in a soothing tone before sleep will make your baby feel safe.