Being an Imaginary Friend

Think about a child who needs an imaginary friend and narrate from the perspective of that fantastic companion.

This prompt fosters empathy and boosts imaginative thinking by inviting children to delve into the life and reactions of a child in need of a fantastical friend. This exercise also helps children to explore different emotions, consider needs other than their own, and cultivate a sense of understanding. In the process, they might be asked: What made the child need an imaginary friend? What kind of support do you provide as an imaginary friend?