Make bedtime storytime: It's no surprise that experts say including reading as part of your child's bedtime routine makes good sense. Here's why:
 

• Establishing a story routine bridges the gap between bedtime and sleep time.

• Daily story telling or reading aloud is one of the most important things you can do to help your children become good readers.

• Bedtime storytelling becomes a treasured shared experience.

• Allowing your children to hear books through your own expressive voice makes reading a beloved personal experience.