St Joseph's School Atherton
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Cnr Jack & Alice Street
Atherton QLD 4883
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Email: principal.atherton@cns.catholic.edu.au
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Leader of Learning and Teaching

Reading: A Life-Long Learning Skill for Every Child

Reading is more than just a school subject—it's a foundational skill that supports lifelong learning, personal growth, and success in every stage of life. As parents, fostering a love of reading in your child is one of the most powerful gifts you can give.

Benefits of Reading

From early childhood through adulthood, reading enhances vocabulary,  comprehension, and critical thinking. It opens doors to new ideas, cultures, and perspectives, helping children become more empathetic and informed individuals. Whether your child dreams of becoming a scientist, artist, entrepreneur, or anything in between, strong reading skills will support their journey.

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Reading and Lifelong Learning

In today’s fast-changing world, the ability to learn continuously is essential. Reading empowers children to independently explore new topics, adapt to new information, and stay curious. It also strengthens focus and imagination—skills that are increasingly valuable in both academic and professional setting.

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How to Foster a Love of Reading

You can nurture this skill at home by reading together, discussing books, and creating a print-rich environment. Let your child see you reading too.  Modelling this behavior shows that reading is not just for school, but for life.

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Encouraging Diverse Reading

Encourage your child to read widely and often. Whether it’s fiction, non-fiction, comics, or magazines, every page turned is a step toward becoming a confident, capable lifelong learner.

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss