An e-book is a convenient, lightweight and relatively inexpensive gadget that allows you to read books, magazines and documents in electronic form. Although many parents are suspicious of new technologies, this device can become indispensable for the student, improve his academic performance and introduce him to reading.
Why does a child need an e-book?
Parents who have doubts about whether a child should buy an e-book have two main arguments. The first is that such gadgets are harmful to eyesight, as bright LCD screens strain the eyes. The second is that instead of reading, the child will spend time with a book, watching videos and pictures, communicating on the Internet. Both of these arguments do not stand up to criticism: firstly, you can buy a book with E-Ink technology, which makes the device screen almost indistinguishable from paper, and secondly, most of the books are single-function, that is, they only allow you to read and nothing else.
Moreover, e-books can be more useful for the eyes than regular e-books, as they have settings for font, contrast, light.
There are many reasons why it would be useful for a student to have an e-book. First, it's a huge savings - millions of books fit in one device, you don't have to buy fiction to get your child to read for yourself, and even many textbooks can be downloaded so you don't have to carry heavy backpacks to school.
Secondly, the e-book will develop the child's interest in reading. Modern children love various gadgets and feel more mature, important and confident among their peers if they have such devices. They will quickly figure out the work of their reader book, download new e-books, and it will be easier and more fun for them to do their homework.
How to choose an e-book for a child?
An e-book for a child should have a number of specific qualities. First of all, it is reliability and durability - children are usually less careful and attentive than adults, they often forget that there is a valuable thing in the backpack and handle it carelessly.
Ideally, if the book has a metal case, and be sure to buy a good case for it, so as not to break the screen.
The most suitable screen size for a child is seven inches, larger readers tend to be fragile and take up a lot of space, while small ones are more difficult to read. No need to buy expensive devices with many different functions for a child: a student does not need to have access to the entire list of various text formats, the basic ones are enough - fb2, txt, pdf, and audio players, video players, the Internet and other add-ons will only distract from reading. And, of course, do not buy your child books with color bright screens, it is harmful to the eyes.
