Just imagine how much better books will be when he can actually read them.

The University of London’s Institute of Education Children has released a study showing that reading for pleasure can “significantly” improve a child’s school performance.

As a teacher, I can tell you that those of us in the classroom on a daily basis have known this for years. But nothing wrong with a little scientific validation.

This is why my son’s affinity for books thrills me. Just imagine how much more he will love books when he can actually read the words.