A recent report highlights a significant drop in children reading for enjoyment, with the rise of smartphones possibly contributing to this trend. The author reflects on how reading has shaped their understanding of the world and advocates for the importance of reading for pleasure.
In my son’s bedroom, picture books from my childhood still sit on the shelf. These books, such as 'The Three Wonderful Beggars' and 'The Whales' Song,' once conjured vivid worlds for me. Recently, an interesting report revealed a decline in children reading for pleasure, from 27% in 2012 to 17% in 2020 among US 13-year-olds. While reading shapes one's understanding of the world, the rise of smartphones may be partly to blame for this decline.
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