World Book Day 2020 highlights how important reading can be for children

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Reading a good book can improve well-being and development for children and teens. Photo: AFP Relaxnews

World Book Day, which is celebrated in Britain and Ireland today, aims to encourage reading among children and young people. With this in mind, here we round up ways that reading a good book can improve well-being and development for children and teens.

It can improve toddlers' behaviour

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