Reading aloud has many cognitive benefits for children, like strengthening the part of the brain associated with visual imagery, story comprehension, and word meaning. But reading also supports children’s social, emotional, and character development. Recent studies have shown that kindergarten children who were read to at least three times a week had a “significantly greater phonemic awareness than did children who were read to less often.” Also, studies have proven, that reading to very young children is linked to decreased levels of aggression, hyperactivity, and attention difficulties.

Reading aloud to your child is one of the best things you can do, but if you don’t have the time and energy required, check out these incredible reading channels and videos that you can play for your little ones. So no matter what, they are getting exposure to the wonderful stories out there!