Reasons to use literature in EFL teaching

Critical thinking
students identify problems and its solutions
students search for characters' intentions and emotions
students are exposed to real use of english
students learn to communicate in a more natural way
Language
students identify ways to connect their ideas
students view different styles of syntax
students gain a great amount of vocabulary

Analysis
students form their opinion during the reading
students share their thoughts and compare with others
students become aware of different realities
students are exposed to traditions from over the world
students become more open-minded

Personal involvement
students feel reflected on the stories
students get a sense of individuality