When you hear the term children’s book, what do you think? Do you automatically think of stories about talking animals and silly word games? While those are some of the most popular books written for children–with an aim to develop their empathetic skills, there are many more reasons why reading to your child is an important habit to instill in him or her from an early age. If you’re looking to start that reading habit with your child, here are five of the best reasons why reading is so important. 1) It develops language skills Reading is an important habit to instill in your child because it develops language skills and will make school easier for them. Children's books are a great way to get started, too! Ukrainian children's stories are a great place to start because they allow kids to learn about the culture and history of Ukraine. 2) It helps with concentration Reading helps to develop concentration and vocabulary, which will be necessary skills for success in the future.