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Hopefully Santa gives these out this year. Best gift to help counter the elementary school propaganda. #tuttletwins
Ah, the power of the written word!
Books have the ability to spark imagination in children and adults alike. They can transport us to new realms, take us back in time, and help us discover more about our world. But when it comes to stocking your child’s home library, you may be wondering if it’s worth the effort. After all, why not just let them borrow books from a public library or buy digital versions? Read on to find out why curating a home library is beneficial for both you and your children.
Keep Track of What Your Kids Are Reading
The biggest benefit of having your own home library is that you have control over what your children are reading. Let’s face it—not all libraries stock the same content. While some may provide great books for kids to enjoy that you’re perfectly fine with, others might not be so careful about what they choose to stock on their shelves. You don’t want your kids being exposed to content that could be inappropriate or harmful in any way. Having a home library solves this problem; after all, if you pick out the books yourself then you know exactly what kind of content they contain.
Limit Screen Time With Real Books
Books aren’t just fun—they can also be educational! Studies have shown that real books are better than digital versions at helping kids learn and retain information because physical books engage more senses than digital ones do (the feel of the pages between their fingers, etc). Not only that but physical books don’t require batteries or access to Wi-Fi like devices do—so no worrying about whether or not your internet connection is fast enough for them to read their book! And since kids tend to spend most of their free time staring at screens already (phones, tablets, TV’s etc.), physical books can help limit screen time while still keeping them entertained and engaged.
Socialize Through Book Clubs & Story Time
Having a personal library isn’t just beneficial for your own kids; it’s also great for making friends and creating memories with other parents and children! You can start up a book club where everyone brings their favorite reads and swaps stories with one another. Or maybe host regular story times in which everyone gets together in someone’s living room or backyard and enjoys reading under the stars together (bring blankets!). Whatever activity you choose will surely bring smiles all around as everyone gets immersed in each other’s tales! Plus, it doesn’t hurt that these activities are totally free!
Curating a home library has plenty of benefits for both adults and children alike–from controlling what kind of content they’re exposed to, limiting screen time while still keeping them entertained, and creating lifelong memories with friends through book clubs and story times . So if you’re looking for an easy way to make sure your children have access to quality literature without breaking the bank or sacrificing safety concerns–look no further than curating your very own home library! And if you’re looking for great additions for any age group, check out The Tuttle Twins series as an excellent way to get started on teaching young ones about freedom and independence in an entertaining way!
Happy reading!
