Five books daily may help kids hear 1.4 million extra words by age five, Ohio State study finds

Research highlights that when parents read consistently to their children, it profoundly enriches their vocabulary. Children exposed to five books a day could encounter over 1.4 million words by their fifth birthday, whereas those without such exposure hear only about 4,662 words. Even reading just one book a day can significantly elevate linguistic exposure, underlining the importance of fostering early…