(This video can also be viewed on YouTube here. Do you think YouTube intentionally chooses the most awkward point of the video to use for the freezeframe?)
Many of the resources on imaginary friends center on a study published in Developmental Psychology (Vol. 40, No. 6).
Imaginary Friends Last into the School-Age Years {American Psychological Association}
The Psychology of Imaginary Friends {Moment of Science} (This one says it isn’t a sign of giftedness…darn! ;0)
The Real Reasons Kids Create Imaginary Friends {Family.com}
You can also read about the importance of dramatic play:
Enchanted Learning: The Benefits of Fantasy Play for Children {NJC}
Do you have an experience with imaginary friends in your life? Any interesting tips, resources, or articles? Please share!
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