The 59th Medical Wing encourages beneficiaries to talk with their primary care manager about screenings and early detection. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Matthew-John Braman)
Literacy begins long before a child enters school—and parents play the most important role. This article offers simple, age-based strategies for military families to nurture early reading and language skills from birth through preschool. With consistency, connection, and a few good books, parents can give their children a strong head start—one story at a time.