Audio entertainment opens new and exciting doors to learning
From the tiniest tots to the most independent teens, kids are curious. Always hungry for new information and experiences, they thrive on constant stimulation. And there are few better ways to keep curious minds active than through listening.
Listening is the first language skill we acquire and children of all ages learn by listening every day. They listen to their parents, their teachers and to the world around them. This allows them to learn valuable lessons wherever they are.
Listening can have immensely positive effects on literacy by increasing reading accuracy, reading speed, vocabulary expansion, pronunciation and overall comprehension. Audiobooks are also a for children with learning disabilities, as they can be a powerful support tool, boosting confidence, skill building, motivation and engagement. Audiobooks also foster a sense of independence by allowing kids to follow their own interests and listen above their literacy level. And, perhaps most importantly, make the experience of learning fun.
In this article, we’ll offer parents a few tips on how to turn listening moments into learning moments, and discuss a few reasons for exploring the thrilling world of . We’ll also offer title recommendations for your littlest listeners, your young teens and your older high schoolers.
Listening Makes History More Fun and Accessible
If you were lucky enough to have an exuberant, animated history teacher in school, you can attest to the big difference it made. The fact is that history can be dry – especially for young kids. Learning about dukes and duchesses in stiff petticoats or sitting through bullet-point rundowns of wartime history isn’t all that engaging.
There’s nothing better than to , and for an accessible, fun way to get kids into the subject, try these audiobooks.
Terry Deary Makes History Hilarious
Audible brings history to life with the Horrible Histories series, which looks at key eras in our past through a comedic, kid-friendly lens. Narrated by series author Terry Deary, titles like bring history to life using concepts and language perfectly suited to the younger listeners in your household.
Your kids will absolutely love learning about why Henry VIII thought he'd married a horse and discover all the “shocking” swear words of the time. Zounds!
Elena Favilli and Francesco Cavallo Offer Up Empowering Stories for Young Women
The young adult in your household is a little more sophisticated, so they’ll want their slice of history with a little sass and this is the perfect title for girls who want to grow up to change the world. will inspire your teen while also teaching them about the women who played key roles in history.
