The brain of a child changes and develops every single day. Due to the continuously maturing prefrontal cortex, children are notorious for being fast learners. If you watch closely, it is amazing to see a child observe and learn from the world around them!
With that knowledge, we can begin to imagine how crucial it is to introduce our children to educational activities that will expand their knowledge and help them to grow.
Cue the introduction of reading and books!
Whether you choose to begin with brightly illustrated board books or decide to share in a read-aloud novel, exposing your child to the wonders of reading will benefit them today, tomorrow, and for the rest of their lives.
Keep reading to learn our top five reasons why you need to get your child reading today!
1. Reading teaches children to learn from the world around them.
When you are a child, all that you know of the world is what you can see. It is hard for a young person to imagine that people are living completely different lives than them based on their culture, age, gender, or time. Introducing your child to these ideas through books will not only give them exposure to different lifestyles but will help to increase your child’s sense of empathy and understanding.
2. Reading sparks an interest in learning.
As kids, it’s not too important for their minds to be forced to memorize facts or information of any kind. What IS important is that they could explore topics that they find compelling. By giving children access to books for learning, you expand the chances of exposing them to something that they will be passionate about.
3. Reading grows the imagination.
While stories can be told through television shows and movies, there is something extraordinary about letting a child’s mind paint a picture through reading. When a child reads or is read to, their mind uses all the knowledge it holds to create images that it never had before. This is a wonderful way to introduce your child’s brain to new experiences.
4. Reading is a fantastic way to spend time.
In this modern era full of screens everywhere you turn, reading is a blue-light-free activity that is not only educational but FUN! By introducing reading into your child’s life at an early age, reading will be seen as a REAL option to spend time… not just as an activity that will take away from their screen time.
5. Reading teaches children that they can find the answers to their questions.
Have your child name a topic they are interested in, and then go to your local library and find a book on just that! Answers to nearly any question can be found within the walls of a library. By teaching children to turn to literature for information instead of biased online sources, we can prepare them for their futures as responsible, independently minded adults!
By introducing your child to the world of reading and books, you initiate the workings of an imaginative and thriving mind. Give your child that chance! Have fun and happy reading!
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