How to Boost Your Child’s Imagination
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While there are some of us that are more creative and others, creativity and imagination isn’t something that is exclusive to select individuals. We all have the ability to think creatively and can in fact build upon it by testing and training our brains. Early childhood is supposedly the best time for this according to research and we have shared a list of tips below from an IB school in Surrey to help you.
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Take Them on Field Trips
Field trips take children out into the real world. They can look to the work of established professionals such as artists and musicians and get inspired.
Outdoor Adventures
Some of our best ideas come when we’re not actively seeking them. Having a break can help children with their creativity and imagination as it can refresh their minds and come back with fresh new perspectives.
Reading
Children can explore lots of different ideas and perspectives through books. They can learn more about the world around them while exercising their imagination. As they aren’t filled with visuals, they rely on the imagination. Children must use it to set the scenes that they read about and are encouraged to think about what will happen next through the suspense that is built.
Unstructured Play
Toys like Lego enable children to explore and create their own innovative ideas. If your child’s not into Lego, there are many other toys that do a great job of this like play dough and crafting kits.
Let Them Figure Things Out
While it may be tempting to watch over your child, it’s important that you give your child time and space to attempt tasks and play. This can help them to feel less nervous and explore new ideas.
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