Audiobooks as Good as Print for Kids

0:00On March 5th, an education expert says listening to audiobooks is just as good for kids as reading print books, and it is not cheating at all. Kathy Walker, a former assistant head teacher, made the point during World Book Day celebrations when children dressed as their favorite characters. For school, she argues that hearing stories builds vocabulary and sparks love for tales. Walker explains that whether kids read or listen, they gain empathy, understand new viewpoints, and develop key skills for a tech-heavy world. Audio books especially help lock in new words through repeat listens, expanding everyday language from family and teachers. A new survey of 2,000 parents of 3-12 year olds found 35% view audiobooks as cheating, with 39%. Believing kids absorb more from print. Yet 37% see better comprehension from listening, and many know gains in pronunciation, listening skills, vocabulary, and even. Eagerness to read. Parents prefer reading for 46% of kids, but call audiobooks a solid backup.

1:02Listening happens most of bedtime for 33%, car rides for 28%, and vacations for 22%. Adventure tops genres at 26% with boys listening more than girls. Yoto, the audio player company behind the survey, and World Book Day's audio partner, highlights how stories unite families and draw in reluctant. Readers, today, they offer over 60 audio books for $1 each, with proceeds aiding reading charities, making story time easier for everyone. They offer over 60 audio books for $1 each, with proceeds aiding reading charities, making story time easier for everyone.