“Just one more story, please”. Something every parent has heard and should be happy to oblige. Reading in general has so many benefits to children, but there is something special about those bedtime stories. A wonderful tradition that has stood the test of time, bedtime tales remains an ever popular childhood request, even if the stories are now read from a tablet rather than a book. As a child, I remember the necessity of being tucked in; it helped to feel secure before sleep. This had to be followed by the bedtime story and one was never enough. This magical moment of uninterrupted quiet time nurtures every parent-child bond and is something children treasure in such a fast-paced world.
The chaotic day filled with learning, recess, sports and adventure need a peaceful ending. Children are rarely excited about bedtime, but story time changes that and adds a special dynamic to the end of day routine. Kids are all too aware of the not-so-fun bedtime routine; clean up the room, brush teeth, go to the bathroom, put on pajamas, grab your favorite stuffed animal. Story time with mom or dad is the treat at the end of that boring road. The stories not only settle them into a peaceful sleep with creative dreams, but boost their imagination which is a fundamental skill. Other skills develop through this nighttime ritual such as increased vocabulary and language comprehension, showing that these small moments can have large impacts on your child’s life. Learning can be fun. Reading does not have to be a chore and by making it a fun activity with the family you help to solidify good reading habits in your child. Your child will be so happy to have quiet time with you and hearing about the other lands and creative characters that they won’t even realize they are learning morals or language skills. It’s a win/win situation and “just one more” will bring a happy ending to the story of their day. For more information about the benefits of reading to your children please visit this site.
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