Reading is considered a popular hobby, we are aware of the benefits typically associated with reading such as an improved vocabulary and emotional intelligence. However, there are more hidden benefits that are typically unknown such as improving health and wellbeing. Additionally, reading has been found to enhance our confidence and self-esteem supporting us in our everyday life.

Although reading may look like a solitary and isolated hobby, it actually can offer many benefits to different aspects of our lives. Introducing children to books helps them to unlock their imagination and curiosity. Typically, when children find a book they love, it develops their confidence further allowing them to progress onto more challenging books. In addition, this will then help them in their studies as they will become more familiar with advanced vocabulary. Although children can gain literacy skills from reading other materials like newspapers, magazines, games and comics, reading a book allows the child to develop patience as they watch the plot unfold. Moreover, studies demonstrate that children who read for pleasure enhance their own cognitive development. All types of reading material are equally valid it is the variety of reading material that has the most impact.