How Do E-books Affect Parent-Child Co-reading?

July 19, 2012

Small study from Joan Ganz Cooney Center suggests that e-books, particularly enhanced ones, may reduce interactivity & engagement with the narrative

The report, released by the independent research lab this spring, suggests that, "Some of the extra features of enhanced e-books may distract adults and children alike from the story, affecting the nature of conversation and the amount of detail children recall." Full Report>>