Luverne Early Childhood Family Educator Shelley Krueger talks to a group of parents Monday morning about the importance of reading to babies early in their lives. Not only does reading prompt brain development, but it fosters healthy relationships between infants and parents. "You feel that warmth and closeness when you’re reading to your baby, and they know it, too," Krueger said. "It doesn’t take long and they come to you with a book, pulling on your leg."
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