In short: Stories grow vocabulary, listening, imagination and empathy. Ten minutes of storytelling a day makes a real difference.
Long before children can read, stories are teaching them how language works. That's why story time is a highlight of every day at Wings and Waves.
What stories do for young children
- Vocabulary: stories introduce words children don't hear in everyday conversation, like enormous, whispered or journey.
- Listening and attention: following a story from beginning to end stretches concentration.
- Sequencing: understanding "first, then, finally" is a building block for reading and maths.
- Imagination: children picture places and characters they've never seen.
- Empathy: "How do you think the little bird felt?" helps children understand feelings.
How we tell stories in the classroom
We use picture books, puppets, props and our voices. Children join in with repeated lines, act out parts and sometimes invent new endings. In Junior and Senior KG, stories lead into phonics, drawing and early writing.
Easy storytelling ideas for home
- Read aloud every day, even a short book at bedtime.
- Pause and ask: "What do you think will happen next?"
- Tell family stories about grandparents, festivals or when your child was a baby.
- Use your mother tongue too. Stories in Kannada, Hindi or any home language build strong language foundations.
- Let your child be the storyteller. Write down their story and read it back to them.
A child who loves stories is well on the way to loving reading.
Questions parents ask
How long should I read to my preschooler?
Ten to fifteen minutes a day is a great habit. Follow your child's interest and stop while they're still enjoying it.
Is it fine to read the same book again and again?
Yes! Repetition helps children learn words and predict what comes next, which builds early reading skills.
Looking for a caring, play-based preschool in Yelahanka? Visit Wings and Waves Preschool in Maruthi Nagar or WhatsApp 99723 99337.