Investing in childhood is so important.
Research shows reading has a big role to play in supporting children's wellbeing, as it can act as a protective factor against adversity.
It can also support children to feel safe & secure, help with emotional regulation, and boost wellbeing & self-esteem.
An illustration of an adult, child and baby sitting on a rug; the child is holding a book. Plus a quote from a mum taking part in the BookTrust Family Survey: "The Bookstart Baby pack started us reading to him at a young age, and it encouraged one of his older siblings to read to him too"
It's #NationalSiblingsDay, but did you know that brothers and sisters can have a big impact on whether children develop a love of reading?
Explore our research into the impact of reading influencers here:
www.booktrust.org.uk/what-we-do/i...
