This time, a picture book reading event was held, sponsored by YURINDO.
This was a very popular event, and the venue was bustling from the morning!

The person reading the picture book is Ms. Sanae Uchida, a certified instructor at the NPO Center for Raising Children with Picture Books.
He has also appeared on television shows and is now a very popular teacher.
In addition to reading aloud, she will also give talks that only a picture book instructor can give, such as the role of picture books and how to choose them.

Since this is an event that anyone from 0 years old can participate in, there is also an area with mats laid out.
It's a space where babies can relax with their mothers, whether they're lying down or sitting with their legs stretched out!

Everyone listens with great interest during the reading.
There is also a heartwarming sight of the children cheering along as the teacher reads aloud.
It is said that this kind of interaction between mother and child is very important.

As they read each book, they explain to the mother what is good about the book and what is important to keep in mind when reading picture books!
It is difficult for babies who have a short attention span to listen to a lot of stories. For that reason, picture books that give information through pictures are very good.

When we returned from talking to the mothers to reading picture books, the babies became completely quiet and listened intently.
Another appeal of picture books is that they are filled with words that are soothing to babies!

On the way, she was seen reading a book with her mother.
Even if the baby doesn't understand the content, just interacting with the book seems to make it a fun time for the baby.

In addition to reading picture books for children, Ms. Sanae also read a poem called "Today" for mothers.
After reading it, she concluded by saying, "I hope you raise your children by valuing the things you want to do."
It was probably a relaxing time for mothers who work hard every day.

Although these are picture books that we are familiar with, even the mothers were able to hear many new stories!
It was an event where we could discover a lot about the power and charm of picture books.