Reading vs. Movie Watching

Reading fiction can enrich your mind and help you grow in ways that watching movies might not!

• READING BOOSTS YOUR IMAGINATION. When you read a story, the characters, settings and events are created in your mind. This helps your imagination grow. Movies show you everything, so there’s less for your mind to invent.
• READING GIVES YOU A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING. Written stories often dive deeper into each character’s thoughts and feelings. You get to know why they act the way they do, which can lead to a better understanding of people and relationships.
• READING IMPROVES YOUR VOCABULARY: Reading fiction exposes you to new words and phrases. The more you read, the better your language skills become. This can help you in school, at work and in life!
• READING IMPROVES FOCUS AND CONCENTRATION: Reading requires focus, and it can improve your attention span. Movies often have fast cuts and lots of action, which can make it harder to concentrate for long periods.
• READING ALLOWS FOR REFLECTION AND INSIGHT: Books often tackle complex themes and moral questions, giving you a chance to think deeply about important issues. This can lead to personal growth and insights about yourself and the world.
• READING EXPOSES A VARIETY OF PERSPECTIVES: Fiction allows you to experience lives and cultures different from your own. This can make you more empathetic and open-minded.
• READING OFFERS FLEXIBILITY: You can read at your own pace, going back to re-read parts or taking breaks when you need to. Movies have a set runtime, which can be less flexible.