Reading aloud is more than just a bedtime routine, it’s a powerful way to ignite your child’s imagination and open doors to new worlds. Whether it’s a silly picture book or a sweeping adventure, hearing stories read aloud helps children build language skills, strengthen listening abilities, and develop a deep love for reading.

Studies show that kids who are read to regularly have a larger vocabulary and better reading comprehension later in life. But beyond the academic benefits, reading aloud together creates special bonding moments. It encourages questions, sparks curiosity, and builds memories that can last a lifetime.

Try making it a cozy ritual: pick a comfy spot, let your child choose the book, and use fun voices to bring the characters to life. Even older kids love the magic of being read to—consider chapter books or funny poems for them.

Not sure where to start? Join our Kids Reading Program! You can download our reading tracker here to keep track of all the books you read together and celebrate every milestone. And don’t forget to check out our reading merch collection for fun reading merch!