The One Gift Every Parent Should Give Their Child This Holiday Season

This Christmas, do your child a favor. Buy them a book and help them develop an appreciation for literature. They will benefit, and the country will, too.

Reading prepares children to be able to write well, and the best way to prepare a child to learn how to read is to create a home culture of reading. New Africa/Shutterstock

Commentary

Because of the success of “Barbie,” one of 2023’s biggest blockbusters, the Barbie Movie Doll is a popular gift choice for children this Christmas. Other popular gifts include Lego, Spider-Man toys, Matchbox cars, and Play-Doh. For parents of young children reading this, I ask you to consider adding another gift to this list—a book. It could prove to be the best gift you ever buy your child.