Bedtime story
Bedtime story
A bedtime story is a traditional form of storytelling, where a story is told to a child at bedtime to prepare them for sleep.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /ˈbɛdtaɪm ˈstɔːri/
Etymology
The term "bedtime story" comes from the combination of the words "bedtime", referring to the time when a person usually goes to bed, and "story", a narrative or account of events or experiences, either true or fictitious.
Definition
A bedtime story is a narrative, often a fairy tale or children's story, told to children to prepare them for sleep. These stories are a popular tool used by parents to instill moral values and entertain children. They can also be used as a method to teach children about different cultures, traditions, and values.
Related Terms
- Fairy tale: A type of short story that typically features folkloric fantasy characters and magic.
- Children's literature: Literature written for and enjoyed by children.
- Storytelling: The social and cultural activity of sharing stories, often with improvisation, theatrics, or embellishment.
- Narrative: A report of connected events, real or imaginary, presented in a sequence of written or spoken words, or still or moving images.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bedtime story
- Wikipedia's article - Bedtime story
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