Discussion Topic- Books Vs Television

There's another debate in my household and I'm curious to see what you guys think! This time, the big debate is over books vs television. So which one do you prefer? Do you believe that one is better than the other?

Personally, I believe that books are infinitely better. They utilize and sharpen reading skills. They encourage imagination. They make you think! It's time well spent and allows for the development of abstract thoughts. Complex situations are explained and it helps teach attention to detail. We learn more of our language and widen our vocabulary. Plus, there is just something to be said about the way a new book makes you feel. The way you fall in love with those characters. Cry when the book ends. The smell of a book. The peace of relaxing with a good book and a cup of coffee. The serenity found in the silence around reading a good book. For me, these things are irreplaceable. I am very firmly team books!

My husband, on the other hand, barely reads. He believes that they add unnecessary time to the enjoyment of entertainment. Watching TV is more concrete. He firmly believes that books are overrated. You can fall in love with characters and become invested in a story on the television as that in a book. Essentially, he believes that television provides the same benefits as reading. It just does it in an easier and quicker way.

So there you have it....our never ending debate! What are your thoughts? I can't wait to see what your guys perspectives are!