Most interesting facts about reading books

Most interesting facts about reading books. Reading improves brain development. A love of reading equals a love of learning. Reading has a positive effect on parent-child bonding. Reading leads to improved communication skills. Reading promotes self-confidence and creativity. Early reading encourages a child's independence. Health benefits. Reading has a beneficial impact on our physical and mental health. It reduces stress for 60%, slows the heartbeat, and relieves muscle tension. Surprisingly, reading proved to be 600% more beneficial in fighting stress than playing a video game, and 300% more useful than going for a walk. Its impact even surpasses drinking a cup of tea or listening to music. Being a good reader is also one of the shortest ways to preserve your mental health. The University of California has found that people having a 9th grade or higher literacy level have 4-5 times more chances not to suffer mental declines as they age. Reading benefits not only you but also others. Among people who volunteer, 42% are readers and 25% are non-readers. Among people who donate money and goods, 82% are readers and 66% non-readers. Children who read 3,000 words each day take top 2% positions in standardized tests. So, if you want your children to have a productive life and successful career, you need to introduce them to reading. And the earlier, the better.