Most parents know the importance of reading aloud to their children from birth. As children become readers, though, parents might forget that listening to books and other media continues to support and build their children’s reading skills. Listening expands vocabulary, improves comprehension and increases reading motivation. So many kid-friendly podcasts have been developed to enhance the listening opportunities! We’ve shared some of our favorites in the Skill Builder: Kidcasts: Podcasts by and for Kids.