“Ghosts” explained in 4 pictures
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Young children understand that ghosts are things people have thought about in stories and imagination, and that they can have many different shapes and be felt in different ways
💬 What Is a Ghost?
Ghosts are things that appear in stories and imagination. They sometimes appear in books and old tales. They are not something we investigate to see if they are really there; they are something we think about and enjoy.
🤔 Have you ever heard a story with a ghost in it?
💬 Ghosts Can Have Many Shapes
Ghosts do not have one fixed shape. Some people imagine them like white cloth. Some people imagine them as misty shapes or like shadows.
🤔 What shape is the ghost you imagine?
💬 Where Do Scary Feelings Come From?
In dark places, it becomes harder to see the shapes of things. When you hear an unfamiliar sound, your heart may start to pound. If you feel scared, it is okay to talk to a grown-up.
🤔 Have you ever seen something look different in the dark?
💬 Ghosts Can Be Fun to Imagine
Ghosts can be fun to imagine. Sometimes people draw them or play with their shadows. Let’s play in a fun way so it does not get too scary.
🤔 If you were going to draw a ghost, what shape would you make it?