Reading for the Brain

Reading is like exercise for the brain. It helps me learn new things and stay curious. I enjoy reading books about animals, science, and adventures. I also read stories about faraway places. Reading helps me imagine new worlds and ideas. It makes me a better thinker and problem-solver. Sometimes, I read aloud to practice speaking clearly. Other times, I read silently to enjoy the story. Reading keeps my brain active and sharp. It helps me relax and feel calm. I love reading because it makes me smarter and helps me understand the world.

Key Vocabulary

To help you recall the words faster, draw a picture, create a sentence, or a story for each word.

  1. Exercise – An activity that helps the body or mind stay healthy.

  2. Curious – Wanting to learn more about something.

  3. Imagine – To create pictures or ideas in your mind.

  4. Active – Always moving or working.

  5. Smarter – Having more knowledge or intelligence.

Individual Sentences

  1. Reading is like exercise for the brain.

  2. It helps me learn new things and stay curious.

  3. I enjoy reading books about animals, science, and adventures.

  4. I also read stories about faraway places.

  5. Reading helps me imagine new worlds and ideas.

  6. It makes me a better thinker and problem-solver.

  7. Sometimes, I read aloud to practice speaking clearly.

  8. Other times, I read silently to enjoy the story.

  9. Reading keeps my brain active and sharp.

  10. It helps me relax and feel calm.

  11. I love reading because it makes me smarter and helps me understand the world.

Who Are You Talking To?

Just an example of how this phrase would be said in different environments:
Phrase: "Why is reading good for the brain?"

  1. Casual: "Hey, why do you think reading helps the brain?"

  2. Intimate: "Sweetie, how does reading make you smarter?"

  3. Formal: "May I ask why reading is beneficial for the brain?"

  4. Business: "Could you explain the benefits of reading for the brain?"

  5. Writing: "Please describe why reading is good for the brain and how it helps you."

Natural Dialogue

Me: Do you enjoy reading?
Friend: Yes, it’s one of my favorite activities!
Me: What kinds of books do you like to read?
Friend: I love reading about science and adventures.
Me: Why do you think reading is good for the brain?
Friend: It helps me learn, imagine, and stay curious!