Lifehacker reports that it's important to read with your children.
New research added to that addendum.
It has found that it's also important for them to think about what they are reading before they begin.
"When your kid takes the time to contemplate what he’s about to read, making predictions based on what he already knows, he’ll be more invested in the story and more likely to understand and retain the material." Lifehacker
Parents should definitely try this with their friends.