We spoke about how story-time is important for both the children and parents. We promised to share with you some easy tips to make this time the most memorable time for your child at home. Read on to find out how you can wind down the stress you might have had during the day by injecting some fun and playfulness in your stories.
We often find it challenging to come up with new stories for our little ones especially when they get bored of the old stories pretty quickly. Here is how you take your imagination for a ride. If it’s too much for you to handle, hold your little one’s hand and seek his help. You will be amazed by the kind of things they come up with!
Here’s your quick to-do thinking list before you make up your story:
- Have answers to these questions ready- Who? Where? What? Why? These are the questions your little ones will love asking you. So knit the whole session in your head beforehand.
- If it’s your first try, don’t aim too high/think of overdoing it.
Think of the kind of story you want to tell- one with learning in it, fun story or a silly one. - Modulate your voice for each character in your story. Your child will love it!
- Let your child decide the name of the characters, places etc.
- You start a sentence and as the story progresses, you can have your little genius finish sentences. That ways they are bound to use their imagination better.
- Make the story is not too loud. Remember, it’s bedtime. You want to wind them down and not rev them up!
- Last, but definitely not the least, HAVE FUN! When you have fun, you will relax and so will your child!
If you and your child are more into picturesque books, here is a list of books that are instant hits with children during bed-time. Hoping that these ideas will perk you and make you laugh. More importantly, boost your bonding with your little one. Happy Parenting!
This book is known for its great illustrations, wonderful rhymes and 7 cute stories. Have fun reading it aloud!
Inimitable animal characters grace this book. Accompanying them are simple rhymes and comforting stories.
This lively introduction to bedtime rituals and the concept of counting backwards will have young readers eagerly awaiting their own countdown to bedtime.