Of all the many things that support a child’s healthy development and well-being, the importance of believing in Magic is at the top of the list at International Elf Service. It’s the reason why we’re here – so we can help to fuel children’s imaginations and encourage their natural sense of wonder …
During childhood, we’re all blank canvases that are ready to be painted. We can’t wait to learn, and we absorb the incredible colours and shapes of the world around us with a boundless energy and enthusiasm. The pictures that form are our emerging personalities – a truly magical process.
In fact, in our early years, every new thing seems magical. The ordinary seems extraordinary. So why not enhance that feeling through enchanting stories and fantastical adventures?
Believing in magic is more than just a childish phase – it’s actually central to a child’s growth and the most wonderful way to give them a belief in themselves and their possibilities …
Magic promotes Creativity
When a child believes in Magic, they use their imagination to create worlds, characters and stories beyond reality. It’s this type of imaginative play and creativity that strengthens how they think, build and innovate, problem solve and use their language skills.
Magic inspires a Thirst for Knowledge
By exploring magical kingdoms, children are inspired to learn about the mysteries of their own world. Their curiosity drives them to question, probe and discover, as well as to understand their own surroundings and place in different situations.
Magic supports Emotional Well-being
Belief in magic brings hope and positivity. When children feel insecure or uncertain, the magical worlds they create give them a safe, comfortable and optimistic place where they can challenge these emotions.
Magic encourages Open-mindedness
When a child believes in magic, they open their mind to other possibilities. As a result, they learn to accept other viewpoints and experiences, and gain important skills of empathy and compassion.
Magic gives a Sense of Belonging
When children play together in a make-believe world, or a family shares a magical tradition, relationship bonds are strengthened. By sharing such experiences, the child feels camaraderie and a reassuring sense of belonging.
Magical play strengthens Social Skills
Storytelling and role-playing encourages children to work together, listen, negotiate, compromise, and consider the needs of their playmates. Practising such social skills in a make-believe situation helps children to build strong future relationships.
Magic gives Hope
Children who make-believe are also playing with ideas and possibilities. In this way, they feel free to explore their own hopes and dreams, and gain confidence to realise them in the future.
So next time your child asks to play make-believe in a magical world of their imagination, encourage it! You’re helping to shape the next generation of curious, compassionate and resilient innovators!
Do your children believe in magic? Please tell us in a comment below!
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