After lunch at West Langley our whole school has D.E.A.R time. I encourage the Kinders to find a quiet place for their 'Book Looking' experiences. In Kindergarten 'early emergent role play' reading is often enjoyed collaboratively. I try to have multiple copies of texts so the children have opportunities to compare and contrast their observations. They may be counting objects or comparing colours or letters in illustrations or texts. I also want the children to enjoy looking at the books for extended periods that gradually increase. Some children are already reading simple patterns. All the children are reading and looking at books for pure enjoyment! Wonderfully exciting!