Read: How Bedtime Stories Can Reinforce Literacy Skills

Reading bedtime stories can help children improve their language skills, such as pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. Long before they begin to talk, babies are listening to and learning about the language they hear around them. Reading books aloud expands their understanding of language and allows them to hear words and phrases that might not be used in their everyday life.

The advantages don’t end there, though. This article from Speech Blubs discusses the benefits that children reap from being read bedtime stories. Some of these benefits include fostering an excitement for reading, getting a head start on literacy, developing cognitive skills, and providing a chance to bond with caregivers. The article also provides practical tips on incorporating reading into the bedtime routine, building a home library, and making reading fun.