# Audio Stories Boost Early Learning

> New research shows audio stories help children's language, imagination and screen-free time.
- Title: Audio Stories Boost Early Learning · MadeForMums | Shortify
- Summary: New research shows audio stories help children's language, imagination and screen-free time. 60% of UK parents say their under-fives listen to audio stories…
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- Topics: audio stories, early learning, language development, imagination, screen-free time, national literacy trust, tonies, uk parents, under-five children
## New research finds 60% of parents
60% of UK parents say their under-fives listen to audio stories at home.
## Potential benefits for language
40% of parents say audio stories help children learn new words.
## Imagination development
36% of parents say audio stories encourage children's imagination.
## Screen-free family time
35% of parents say audio stories help children understand language better.
## Daily listening habits
Almost half of children listen to audio stories at least once a day.
## National Year of Reading 2026
The findings come during the National Year of Reading 2026 campaign.
## Listening at different times
37% listen at bedtime, 32% during family time, 29% during playtime.
## Screen time reduction
36% of parents use audio stories to reduce screen time for children.
## How to get started
Make listening part of bedtime, share stories together, choose stories that interest your child.
## Key takeaway

60% of UK parents say their under-fives listen to audio stories at home, improving language skills and sparking imagination.