Mythical creatures

Mythical creatures are popular in the early childhood years as they inspire imagination and pretend play. Because mythical creatures aren't real, children can invent their own rules and stories about their existence.

Your children may be interested in characters from popular culture. Although they were real, dinosaurs encourage imagination too.

The benefits of mythical creatures

The benefits of mythical creatures include:

• creativity
• imagination.

Learning opportunities

Explore types of mythical creatures

Children can learn about different types of mythical creatures:

• dragons
• fairies
• mermaids and mermen
• superheros
• unicorns.

Learning experiences

Make mythical creatures

Children can make mythical creatures from clay.