How to Listen to Audio Stories with Your Child

An audio story can fit naturally into the day: at bedtime, on a journey, or during a quiet moment at home.

Another way to be together

Reading aloud and listening to audio stories can both have a place in family life.

Choose for the moment

Consider your child’s mood, the story’s length, and whether they want something familiar.

Listen to a new story together the first time

When you are nearby, it is easier to notice your child’s reaction and explain an unfamiliar word.

Do not leave stories playing as constant background sound

When a cartoon, a game, and a story are all on at once, it is easy to lose the plot.

Do not turn listening into a quiz

If your child is absorbed, let the story unfold at its own pace.

Repetition is fine

A familiar plot offers predictability. You do not have to draw conclusions as soon as the story ends.