I am 5 years old at that time when my mom says to read aloud so that she can hear from kitchen. This habit of reading aloud helped me in improving my concentration and addiction towards books. Parents must make this as a habit to there child because child learn from their parents. Make them to follow your tone while you are reading the book that will help them to increase interest on books.
Enjoying books together will increase vocabulary, understanding of story structure, exposure to correct grammar that will automatically happens.
Follow some tips to read aloud:
1.If you havent read the book already, scan it to get a sense of its content before you start reading aloud.
2.Choose books you are excited about or your child is excited about. It is hard to read a book you dont enjoy, especially a long one.
3.Read with expression. A monotone is hard to listen to. Children need to hear changes in your voice to indicate when you are reading dialogue. Vary your pace, too. Slow down to build up suspense, and speed up during exciting scenes.
4.Create voices for difference characters if you enjoy it, but it isnt necessary for a good reading. A story can be read effectively in a straightforward manner as long as you have expression and enthusiasm.
5.Read at a moderate pace, not too fast. Listening is a challenge for many children, and you dont want to leave them behind you as you speed ahead. Picture-story books require time for enjoying the illustrations.