Mothers’ approved remarkable bedtime stories for children
As a parent, you may be well aware that story time is an essential part of your child’s day. It is not only a powerful way to deepen your bond with your child, it is also an important learning tool. Children’s stories often have moral lessons that offer the opportunity for learning something that will help to strengthen his emotional and social muscles. These lessons are what makes them helpful companions for teaching children. More than anything, story time in the coziness of your arms creates that unforgettable intimate moment that will stay as their treasures forever.
There are a lot of children’s books readily available. I have done some research on the books that are approved by most mothers and narrowed the list down to five titles. I wonder about which books are included in your own list. Here are some Mom-recommended children’s stories; I would think that you probably know or even have them:
Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak
Written in 1963, Where the Wild Things Are is a classic and among the most famous children’s stories of all time. This highly imaginative story features a child named Max, whose mother calls him Wild Thing, and a whole adventure in a place where the wild things are. To May Dixon Weidler of Common Sense Media, this book is about parental love so skillfully written that children would surely be asking to have the story repeatedly read to them. Goodreads gives a 4.22 rating for this book.
James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl
James and the Giant Peach, another children’s book classic, this will transport children into a brand-new world filled with magic and wonder. This wonderful bed-time story by Roald Dahl has been given a 3.99 rating by Goodreads and is approved by a lot of mothers.
Splat the Cat by Rob Scotton
Splat the Cat is a contemporary children’s tale about a cat who is worried about his first day of school. The vibrant illustration and Splat’s genuine character is well loved by children. The story is fun and simple—definitely an easy read before bed.
Pinkalicious by Victoria and Elizabeth Kann
This book has a simple message—more than celebrating everything that is pink, being yourself is the most important thing of all. It is perfect for little girls who are attracted to pink things like the girl in the book, Pinkalicious.
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish by Dr. Seuss
What makes this book stand out is that it is actually a reading guide for younglings. It has a simple plot that is focused on making friends and having pet-friends. Luckily, this is often a subject children are excited about.
Reading children’s stories help your child use his imagination and discover his creativity. We could make a never-ending list about the benefits of story time and about what children will learn, including love in its many forms, empathy, courage, relationships, solving problems, understanding feelings, exploring. Children’s stories teach that dreams can be reached in some way or another, and that it is worth having them. More importantly, story time is a way for them to know that you love them and care about what they feel, like, and dream about. Never stop reading to your child! Even when they are old enough to read for themselves, from time to time, they may need a reminder of that special time. A child who reads will always have and discover tools that will open possibilities in the world outside and in the world inside of them!
I am also a great fan of reading to my children, and I love getting recommendations from other mothers. What are your favorite books to read to your kids? Share them in the comments section. Also follow me on Facebook, Twitter and Goodreads for more updates.
References
Editors of Parenting. n.d. “The Best Books to Read With Your Kids.” Childcare & Education. Accessed October 20, 2017. http://www.parenting.com/gallery/the-best-books-to-read-with-your-kids.
Parents. n.d. “Sweet Dream Reads: The 11 Best Bedtime Books.” Parents. Accessed October 20, 2017. http://www.parents.com/fun/entertainment/books/best-bedtime-stories.
Weidler, Mary Dixon. n.d. “Where the Wild Things Are Book Review.” Common Sense Media. Accessed October 20, 2017. https://www.commonsensemedia.org/book-reviews/where-the-wild-things-are.
