As dusk settles and the day unwinds, parents often find themselves in the thick of bedtime rituals—bathing children, dressing them in cozy pajamas, and ensuring that teeth are brushed, hair is combed, and beloved stuffed animals are accounted for. After navigating through this elaborate routine, the final hurdle presents itself: selecting a bedtime story. For
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Reflecting on my upbringing in the countryside, I often find myself amazed at how much has changed in the landscape of childhood experiences today. Raised in an environment where consistent internet access was absent until my college years, I relied on print media and my flip-phone’s T9 for entertainment. In stark contrast, my children have