It gives him the faculty of thinking and understanding. Language is a gift for a child and books give this gift in abundance. Reading a book aloud can be a good exercise not just for memorization but also for improvement of speech and vocabulary. Books trigger a child s imagination. Bedtime reading is considered the best quality time spent with a kid.
Psychiatrists feel that bedtime reading helps to build strong bonding with the child.
The printed word is not the sole reservoir of knowledge. Television, Internet and other modern audio-visual media also contribute to the child s growth. However, reading should compliment other mediums. Otherwise, it leads to lopsided development. Just consider these shocking statistics.