5 Ways Comic Books Make Parenting Easier

Comic books are one of the greatest storytelling mediums in history, and the stories they tell can

translate seamlessly to other forms of entertainment, including film, television, and video games.

But comics can do more than that; they can actually make parenting easier for their adult

readers! If you’re looking to get more out of your comic book collection than just entertainment,

then check out these 5 ways comic books make parenting easier!

1) It introduces parents to the concept of role models

When you pick up a superhero comic, you’re not only getting action-packed stories—you’re also

seeing kids who are good role models. Each issue offers examples of heroics and character that

can be passed on to your children (and trust us, they won’t mind reading about their

dad’s/mom’s favorite superheros). Superman is known for doing what he feels is right, even if it

goes against an order from his boss or someone more powerful than him. This kind of thinking

teaches children that we should all do what we feel is right despite consequences. We may not

always get a thank you, but we will often receive satisfaction knowing that we did what was

morally correct.

2) They can teach tolerance

Whether you read to your kids or they read them on their own, comics can be a great way to talk

about tolerance. There are few things more important than teaching kids to be open-minded and

accepting of others’ differences. Characters from all walks of life appear in comics, which means

there are plenty of opportunities for conversations about what it means to treat other people

well. If your child complains about something another kid said or did, give them an example

from a comic so they know that those behaviors aren’t OK—no matter what planet they’re from!

#2 – They teach us to practice empathy: Comics often deal with heavy issues such as

overcoming obstacles, dealing with adversity and achieving victory against seemingly

insurmountable odds.

3) Parents can learn from them, too

Many parents find that they have to read or watch things over and over again before they really

get it. This is because kids learn in different ways, so there’s no one-size-fits-all way of

parenting. However, there’s a huge benefit for parents when it comes to getting help from their

kids’ favorite books and movies. When you’re reading something to your children for what feels

like the 20th time but can’t quite grasp a key piece of information, take a look at how your kid is

reacting. The answer may be staring you right in the face—or even worse, not staring you in any

face at all! From superheroes to princesses, here are five lessons that comic books teach us

about parenting better.

4) Reading improves concentration

Studies have shown that when people read, they engage different areas of their brain than when

they watch TV. So if you want to improve your ability to focus and boost your concentration,

comic books are a great choice! Reading will strengthen your attention span and make it easier

for you to stay on task for longer periods of time. As an added bonus, reading will also help you

retain information more easily—which means better studying! That’s a win-win for both parents

and kids!

5) Children love them

Reading comic books together with your children provides you a special bonding opportunity

that helps build and strengthen your relationship. Kids love to be read to, and comics are just as

engaging for them as traditional picture books or chapter books. As a bonus, their educational

value can’t be beat. Comics don’t have to grow with your child in order to keep them interested:

From Jack Kirby’s Thor adventures in 1962 to today’s Simba Capeman releases by famous

contemporary artists & authors here’s a wide variety of comics that target all ages. So you’ll

never have trouble finding something your child likes (or doesn’t think they like)