Why Do Children Need To Read?

By Lenient Amidu

"There is no such thing as a child who hates to read, There are only children who have not found the right book." - Frank Serafini 

Stories have always been part of who we are. Words put together beautifully and creatively to teach, instruct, praise, and even simply entertain. Books are vital in a child's life for a variety of reasons.

Books broaden a child's imagination: Growing up in the realm of storytelling as a Nigerian kid means hearing stories about the heroic or mischievous exploits of talking animals, the cruelty of stepmothers, and the punishment of misbehaving children. A child is introduced to a new universe of possibilities, people, thoughts, and ideas through books.

Books help a child's vocabulary grow: Reading can help children improve their communication skills. They learn new words and improve their language abilities. Reading to children is one efficient way to accomplish this while also fostering friendship.

Books aid children's emotional development: Children can develop connections through books which also helps them to understand and empathize with others more. Due to the abundance of moral examples they encounter, books can aid children in developing greater compassion for others.

Books prepare children for the real world: There has been a tremendous amount of intentionality in terms of how children's literature is produced, what it contains, and how children of all ages can be included and portrayed in modern-day situations. The evolution of children's literature over the years has been driven by one goal: to effectively prepare children for the various experiences that the world has to offer.

Books are great companions: There is so much to learn, and books can make the process enjoyable.
A vast amount of knowledge is now readily available thanks to a wide range of books with distinct textures, patterns, sizes, and images.

At ZODML, our work is to provide access to resources through which young Nigerians can access information and learning tools to acquire knowledge and thrive in their studies and future careers. Finding the right book for any child will be a wholesome experience thanks to the library's extensive collection of children's literature from throughout the years. So, here is a list of recent publications available for borrowing at our community library on 196, Awolowo Road Ikoyi:
Bobo learns to fly by Tony Marinho 2021.
The Adventures of Lara and Dara: Lost and Found in Lagos by Dara Giwa 2018.
The Adventures of Nosa the Superhero by Sope Martins 2022.
The Great Animal in the Jungle by Sope Martins 2018.
Riddle Riddle by Sope Martins 2022.
The House in the Tree by Chidinma Eze 2015.
Grandma's Treasure by Olatunde Dunni 2020.
Lami and the Singing Fish by Mohammed Hadiza 2022.
The Missing Chicken by Anidi U go 2022.
Cracked by Ilori Funmi 2022.
The Turtles Cracked Shell by Ada-Ari 2022.
The Magic Silver Cooking Pot by Aduke Gomez 2022.

Also, check out our e-library for an extensive archive of e-books available for free.