The Vorlesemonitor study released on 30 October 2026 reports a notable increase in the frequency with which parents of infants and toddlers read aloud to their children compared with data from 2024.
According to the survey, the rise is most pronounced among families with children aged one to two years, indicating a shift toward earlier engagement with books.
Despite the overall improvement, the report confirms that parental education background continues to affect reading habits, with higher‑educated parents more likely to read regularly.
The findings suggest that while initiatives to promote early literacy may be gaining traction, socioeconomic factors remain a key determinant of reading practices in German households.