"Learning to read can be compared to learning to play the piano, tennis, or baseball. To become good at anything, a person needs three things: (1) instruction, (2) practice on the skills, and (3) practicing the whole thing." (P. Cunningham and R. Allington, 2003)
I highly encourage parents to read to their child as much as possible. Please also encourage time each day for your child to read to you.