​3 reasons to read The Chronicles of Narnia with your children

Today (Wednesday 22^nd November) marks 60 years since CS Lewis’ death. His Chronicles of Narnia remain amongst the most popular children’s fiction and for good reason. Set in the world of Narnia with talking animals, dragons, portals where time is different, and the Christ-like figure of the lion Aslan, Lewis’ stories have captivated children for generations.

If you have never read them to your children, then I’m going to give you some reasons why you should. If you have read them, then I hope this article will encourage you to read them again!

1. They are exceptional literature

I have read every volume of the chronicles to each of my four children, sometimes multiple times. They never fail to grab me and excite me with incredible stories of great rescues, voyages, journeys, adventures and daring exploits. Every volume is a carefully crafted individual story which draws you in and carries you along. I have read a lot of bedtime stories to my children but very few give me the joy that Lewis’ books give on rereading. I regularly notice extra details and get excited even when I know the ending. The Chronicles of Narnia are a masterclass of storytelling.