There are several reasons why kids should read books that have been made into movies. Reading a book and then seeing the movie is a wonderful way to encourage reading. There are so many things that make this a winning combination and a perfect strategy for reading.
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Develops reading comprehension skills
When kids read a book such as the Harry Potter series, they have to use their imagination to create mental images of the characters, settings, and events described in the book. This helps them to develop their reading comprehension skills, which are essential for academic success.
Expands vocabulary
Reading books that have been made into movies can introduce kids to new words and phrases that they may not encounter in their daily lives. This can help them expand their vocabulary and improve their language skills.
Encourages critical thinking
When children read a book and then watch the movie adaptation, they can compare and contrast the two versions. This can encourage critical thinking and help kids to develop their analytical skills.
Fosters a love of reading
Kids who enjoy a movie adaptation may be inspired to read the book that it was based on. This can help to foster a love of reading and encourage kids to read more books.
Provides a shared experience
Reading a book and then watching the movie adaptation can provide a shared experience for families, friends, and classmates. This can help to create a sense of community and encourage discussion and debate about the story, its themes, and its characters.
There are many kids’ books that have been adapted into movies. Here are a few good ones!
- “Harry Potter” series by J.K. Rowling
- “The Chronicles of Narnia” series by C.S. Lewis
- “Matilda” by Roald Dahl
- “A Little Princess” by Frances Hodgson Burnett
- “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” by Roald Dahl
- “The BFG” by Roald Dahl
- “The Cat in the Hat” by Dr. Seuss
- “The Lorax” by Dr. Seuss
- “Where the Wild Things Are” by Maurice Sendak
- “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” by Judi Barrett
- “The Polar Express” by Chris Van Allsburg
- “How to Train Your Dragon” by Cressida Cowell
- “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” series by Rick Riordan
- “The Hunger Games” series by Suzanne Collins
- “The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green
- “The Little Prince” by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.
- “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” by Richard Atwater and Florence Atwater
- “The Secret Garden” by Frances Hodgson Burnett
These are just a few examples, and there are many more books that have been adapted into movies for children to enjoy.
I agree with this. Granted, the book is always better, but I enjoy when the movie is close to the book!
As a parent, I’m always on the lookout for new books and movies to entertain and educate my kids. Your suggestions are fantastic, and I can’t wait to check them out with my little ones. It’s great to see that there are still so many creative and engaging stories being produced for children today.
This is a great list of outstanding books! I’ve read 1/2 the books on this list and can see I have 9 more to go!
My oldest daughter prefers to read the book before she watches the movie. My youngest is the opposite. I am loving this list. I’m sure they’ve read most of them but I see a few they haven’t!
Reading is so good for kids. My kids loved reading when they were younger.
I think I have seen/read every one you listed.
My son struggles with wanting to read. I should pick a book for him where he’s already seen the movie so he has an idea of what the book will be about.
My niece has been reading diary of a wimpy kid and I think she will love the move too!
These are all really great books to add on my son’s list. He already read the Harry Potter.
This is a great list of books for kids to read. I always like reading the book and then watching the movie so that I can compare stories.
I so agree with this post! My kids have always been readers they get it from their aunts…lol Lately they have been rereading their Harry Potter Books again so they can rewatch the series again on Netflix! So much you can learn and compare when you read the book then watch the movie.
Although books do tend to be better this can work well. I find my kids like watching a movie more if they’ve read the book and vice versa.
That’s a great recommendation list of books that have turned into movies!
My daughter is reading the Harry Potter series now and I love that the books are movies also. It’s really helped her reading come along
My kids favorite book is The Little Prince. He never get tired of it!
My son had all the Percy Jackson books and we watched all the movies too. Such fun films to watch!
I agree with you on this topic, I feel that the book is better. So, My son and read books that had movie made out of them, and they give you so much fun to read the story and the adventure they have in them.
My niece loves some of these listed movies. Matilda is her favourite film and book 😍. I loved that film too! Thanks for recommending these books/films ❤️.
Wow, these movies are so good! Thanks for sharing those lists! Kids would love it for sure
This is a great post and I agree with most of the movies on the list thanks for sharing this one.
These are all super choices. I know my favorite has always been “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” by Roald Dahl.