It was a good habit to tell a child a story before going to bed. It helped to stimulate the child's imagination and interest in reading. Here are some suitable story types and topics for bedtime stories: Mythology: Mythology stories usually have wonderful magic, mysterious characters, and amazing plots that help children's imagination and curiosity. Fairy tales: Fairy tales usually have beautiful princesses, brave princes, and magical animals to help children develop the qualities of kindness, courage, and wit. 3. Animal stories: Animal stories can help children understand different animals and their behaviors. For example, stories about foxes, wolves, and lions can help children develop empathy and awareness of protecting animals. 4. Historical stories: Historical stories can help children understand historical events and characters. For example, the story of Cinderella's father and stepmother in Cinderella helps children understand the importance of family and interpersonal relationships. 5. Science fiction stories: Science fiction stories can help children explore the unknown and imagine. For example, the adventure story of the Lord of the Rings in The Lord of the Rings can help children cultivate curiosity and the spirit of exploration. No matter which story type you choose, it is important to let the child hear the plot and characters clearly and encourage the child to think and imagine in the story. At the same time, parents can choose some stories suitable for their children's age to share the fun of the story with their children.