Reading about the unfamiliar can make it less scary. Sharing stories with your child can help him deal with problems. Many characters in books feel that way, too. Books help develop a child's imagination. Books teach her to think about life creatively.
Books make parenting easier.
Once your child has learned to enjoy reading, books provide a fun activity. When you have to wait to see the doctor or sit still in the car, reading will make time pass quickly. Books can be funny, amazing, sad, or inspiring. Illustrations in books are often great art. Books provide a time to forget your problems and relax.