In today's world, full of digital entertainment, we increasingly have to remember simple but extremely important things. One of them is reading to a child from an early age. Many parents only give books to their children when they start kindergarten or school, but scientific research shows that reading is beneficial much earlier - from infancy.
First of all, it is a great tool for developing language and vocabulary. Children learn by listening: the more and more diverse language they hear, the wider their vocabulary. Reading aloud helps a child learn new words, understand sentence structures, and develop speaking skills.
Reading also improves concentration. Even the youngest children learn to listen – at first for just a few minutes, then for longer periods of time. Regular reading develops the ability to concentrate, follow a story from beginning to end, and maintain attention.
Books also develop a child's imagination and creativity. By listening to stories, a child learns to imagine various situations, places, and characters - this helps to form their own creative world and the desire to create for themselves.
The emotional side is also important – reading together strengthens the bond between child and parent. It is a time when the child feels important, heard, and seen. Such closeness helps build trust and strengthens a sense of security.
Through books, children also learn about the values of the world: friendship, empathy, justice, responsibility. Stories allow them to talk about feelings and help them understand themselves and others more easily.
Finally, reading from a young age directly contributes to success in school. Early development of listening and speaking skills, a rich vocabulary, and the habit of reading help children learn, understand texts, and express their thoughts more easily.
It is worth starting reading from infancy - even before a child understands the words, he feels his parents' voice, rhythm, and facial expressions. Books gradually become a part of everyday life, and reading is a favorite activity that accompanies him throughout his life.