Why fantasy and fairy stories are good for kids?
The Miriam Webster Dictionary defines a child as a young person, especially between infancy and puberty and a young adult as: of, relating to, or being a category of fiction that is primarily intended for adolescent readers . In this article, when referring to children and Young Adults, these are the intended meanings (Dictionary, 2022) . As a mother, avid reader, English language teacher and most importantly, a Reformed Protestant Christian, I have always held the conviction that it is vital to a child and young adult’s development, both intellectually, emotionally and socially, to read and interact with as much variety in their reading diet as possible. I especially think that exposure to good quality fantasy and fairytales is essential (yes even Disney). This I feel is true for children in general but especially for Christian children. I have found when teaching that if a child has no fantasy/fairytale in their life, it is difficult for them to imagine the images ...
