One benefit is that it can strengthen the bond between mom and child. When mom tells stories, it creates a special and intimate time for them to share.
I made a mistake of using my mom's credit card without permission to buy some games online. When I realized what I had done, I was so ashamed that I told her I deserved a spanking. She was really angry at first, but then she made me work around the house to earn the money to pay her back instead of spanking me. It was a tough lesson but I learned a lot about respecting others' property.
Maybe you lied about getting a good grade at school. When you finally couldn't bear the guilt, you told your mom that you deserved a spanking for being dishonest. She sat you down instead and had a long talk with you about the importance of honesty and how disappointed she was, but she chose not to spank you as she believed in teaching through communication.
It helps with the child's language development. As the mom tells the story, the child hears new words and sentence structures, which is great for their vocabulary building and grammar learning. For example, if the mom tells a fairy tale with rich descriptions, the child gets exposed to a variety of words they may not hear in daily conversations.
A beautiful photo album can be a great gift. Mom can look at the pictures and be inspired to share the stories behind them. For example, if there are family vacation photos, she can talk about the fun times you had there.
Think about her hobbies. If she likes reading, a classic book might be a good choice. She can share her thoughts on the story and might even tell you a related story from her past. For example, if it's a book about a particular era, she could talk about her experiences during that time.
Well, it's great for kids' emotional development. Mom can choose stories with positive messages, teaching kids about kindness, for example. It also aids in concentration. When children listen to a story, they have to focus. And it can be a wonderful bedtime routine, making children feel safe and calm before sleep.
It also strengthens the bond between mother and children. When mom tells a story, it's a special time for them to be close, like a shared moment of intimacy. This can make children feel loved and secure.
One story could be about a little girl who saw how a maid in their house was always so helpful and organized. She told her mom she wanted to be like her because she made the house look beautiful. The maid was also kind to everyone in the family, and the girl was inspired by her positive attitude.