Reading stories to children can show them far-flung places, extraordinary people and eye-opening situations to expand and enrich their world. It can also be a great way to help them deal with real life situations that they need help to deal with.

 

STORIES ALLOW US TO CONNECT WITH OTHERS

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When we share our memories we build better relationships. When people connect on an emotional level, it overcomes even the most far-ranging differences between them. After all, emotions are the same no matter who you are or where you live.

Research has shown that stories change our brains and lead to greater production of oxytocin, which makes us feel more empathy for each other.