I think one of the best things my dad ever did for me was read to my brother and me as children. And I'm not talking about stupid kid books. These were classi

I think one of the best things my dad ever did for me was read to my brother and me as children. And I'm not talking about stupid kid books. These were classics. Books that you might be assigned to read for a literature class. Hell, he read The Road Ahead to us at one point. Don't ask me why. But as a result of him reading to me, I took an interest in reading for myself, and learning in general. I think I can say, without trying to be immodest, that it improved my life enormously and allowed me to get through school with ease. I have never had trouble writing either, though this was probably because my dad was an English major. Up until high school, he would personally proofread and comment on anything we had to write. Even today, my first draft is always my final draft. So read to your kids dads. It will prove to be an invaluable experience.