oral tradition, then the written word, and now we’re in the digital era.
Thus, it’s no mystery why we’re so attracted to this form of story telling. We happen to be really good at it! In fact, a good majority of our daily conversations revolve around storytelling. It’s how we communicate traditions, social morals, individual histories and daily events.
Why Storytelling is Good for Kids
As we’ve mentioned above, storytelling is a great way to develop the creative mind. It’s also an easy way to introduce young children to new vocabulary, sentence structure and grammar.
In addition, storytelling can introduce problem-solving capabilities, enhance cultural understanding and boost memory. It can even help your kids in the classroom, by encouraging active participation, enhancing their listening skills and motivating them to communicate their thoughts and feelings.
According to G. Reid Lyon, Ph.D., chief of the child development and behavior branch of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development in Bethesda, MD, “there’s a clear indication of a neurological difference between kids who have been regularly read to and kids who have not”.
To get the maximum benefits though, you want to keep it fun. Peter Gorski, M.D., chair of the early childhood committee of the American Academy of Pediatrics, says that to best confer reading’s cognitive benefits, a child’s experiences with books should be enjoyable. He notes that you want them to associate reading with emotional warmth and fun.
This is why becoming a great storyteller is so important! There a tons of positive benefits it can have on your child, both short and long-term.
That’s all for today. If you want to spruce up their bedroom with a bit of nature, have a look out
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