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5 Reasons Why Bedtime Stories are More Important Than You Think

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31 Jan
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5 Reasons Bedtime Stories are More Important Than You Think

Like every other parent, I focused all my energies on my first child. I made sure he inculcated reading as one of his habits when he was very young. Eeshan was a very active kid and had a small span of attention. Every night I maintained a routine of giving him a nice massage, changing him into his night clothes and then I would read bedtime stories to him. An important part of the routine was to always switch on the Activ mode of the Goodknight Activ+ to keep us protected from dangerous disease-causing mosquitoes while indoors.

We started reading stories to him when he was just 1.5 years old and while I was not sure how much he understood, I would try and catch his attention with animated gestures and sounds. He would at times climb all over my face and even run around the bed but I pursued.

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Later at 3-3.5 years, I would have to read him the same story again and again as listened with big eyes and rapt attention. This went on for many years and then when he was 5 years old I taught him how to read on his own. Then there was no stopping him.

We made it a point to take him to a bookstore every week and never say no to any book he wanted to buy. Today at 11 years of age he cannot sleep without a book and is a voracious reader. And to think the base of it all was those bedtime stories.

Just to counter this theory let me also mention we did not actively inculcate this habit into my younger one (7 years) at a younger stage and while he reads well, he is not a voracious reader and his love for books is not as great as my elder one.


Studies prove that people who read literature with strong characters tend to display higher levels of empathy and emotional intelligence by being able to “feel” the characters. Here are some of the benefits of reading bedtime stories to your kids;

  1. Improves imagination

Unless we read stories to our kids, visual stimulation from these does not tap into their imagination.

  1. Build a bond with your child

Bedtime storytime is something my kids always look forward to and also helps us bond. Not only do they listen to the stories, but also many more stories of what is happening in their lives get revealed casually. Writing this post, I am also reminiscing those times. While we do have short nighttime chats now, I have to make it a routine again.

  1. Gently introduces life lessons

Bedtime stories are a great way of introducing them to moral lessons and life lessons gently or even introducing them to new concepts.

  1. Establishes a habit

When you maintain a routine then it goes a long way in establishing a habit. Whether it is reading to them or anything else. Just notice if you miss even a day, they will remind you.

  1. Converts them into future writers.

Anyone who loves to read and broadens their imaginative horizons through books will eventually make for a good writer.

I cannot emphasize more on why I think bedtime stories are so important for a child’s development. Do not leave your kids prey to their devices. I understand as moms we are very tired at the end of the day but you can ask your partner to read to your kid on alternate days but do read to them as it will go a long way :).


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  1. Reetuparna Saha says

    February 1, 2018 at 16:20

    I agree with you on all the points. Still can’t recall a single night back in childhood when I did not read story books, or my mother did not read them for me.

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  2. Harshitha says

    February 1, 2018 at 23:11

    Bed time story time was the most relaxing time of the day for any of us as kids .. now releasing how important they were .. well written ..

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  3. Mahati ramya adivishnu says

    February 2, 2018 at 09:23

    Well written Prerna. Sharing to my friends.

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    • Prerna Sinha says

      February 6, 2018 at 13:35

      Thanks Mahati :)!

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  4. Shubhada Bhide says

    February 2, 2018 at 10:18

    My kids really love bedtime stories. That’s why I buy books every week for them. They like to read them stories before they go to bed.

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  5. Mrinal says

    February 2, 2018 at 14:11

    I have always believed that bed time stories improve imagination and strengthen bonds! Loved all your points ?

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  6. Saakshi says

    February 2, 2018 at 17:17

    Great post. One of my favourite childhood memory is my mom reading stories to me at bedtime

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  7. Jayshree says

    February 2, 2018 at 17:44

    Huh… it’s really important to tell bedtime stories to kids… I remember my grandpa uses to tell me bedtime stories… Especially Rapunzel one… My all-time favourite

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  8. Ruchi Verma says

    February 2, 2018 at 17:57

    Every night new story is a real job for me.

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    • Prerna Sinha says

      February 6, 2018 at 13:34

      Haha, I bet :)!

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  9. Jhilmil says

    February 2, 2018 at 18:41

    So much agree with you, I’ve made it a routine to read some story books with morals to my 3yo son.

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  10. Snehalata jain says

    February 2, 2018 at 21:23

    This bedtime story is the one of the best time, we can enjoy the best time, they create imagination in dreams

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  11. Humaira says

    February 2, 2018 at 21:33

    Very interesting post. These tips are very beneficial and useful for reading. Great thought.

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  12. Priyanka Patwari says

    February 2, 2018 at 22:14

    Bedtime stories give wings to the fascination of kids, somehow it contributes to the overall mental development of children.

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    • Prerna Sinha says

      February 6, 2018 at 13:33

      You got it right, Priyanka.

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  13. Preetjyot Kaur says

    February 2, 2018 at 23:32

    Bedtime story time is the best time for our family. Now that my girl is learning how to read, she often reads the books on her own.

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  14. Mala says

    February 3, 2018 at 04:35

    I loved reading your post as I could easily relate it. I am a mom too and love reading books to my lil one who is 18 months old. I couldn’t agree more on points that you have mentioned for why should we read books to our kids.

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  15. Preeti tiwari says

    February 3, 2018 at 07:48

    I agree… Stories play a very important role in child development, it improves their imagination and reading skills, they learn a lot from them.. Thanx for sharing such useful post.

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  16. Dr.Amrita says

    February 3, 2018 at 09:27

    Would you believe I don’t feel safe until I find the Goodknight Active on? Reading is a family favourite pastime. Agree with what you said

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  17. Papri Ganguly says

    February 3, 2018 at 20:47

    Absolutely agree with you. Bed time stories are important for kids. It improves the imagination and good habit

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    • Prerna Sinha says

      February 6, 2018 at 13:28

      True and great to see you agree.

      Reply
  18. Jurrien Collins says

    July 22, 2020 at 10:05

    I absolutely love this!! I have a two year old and a one year old and they both love to sit and read books! My two year old is very rambunctious, but when bedtime rolls around he loves to pick out his “two books” and cuddle up on Mama’s lap! It’s my favorite time of the day!

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