Choosing Books over Television

Choosing Books over Television

Books are very important to our civilization. Many times you can hear that reading is beneficial for children. But what are the reasons why children should open a book instead of, say, watching TV? Well, among other positive effects, reading stimulates the imagination, encourages language development and attention span, improves spelling and helps establish a relationship with the world around them (Armstrong, 96).

The Role of Books on Child Development

When children cross the threshold of the stories and begin to discover new worlds, they lit the spark of creativity and embark on an endless journey in ...