The world must sometimes seem a bewildering place to young children. Adults hold power over the rhythms and routines of the day, making decisions and taking control. But no-one can exert control over the imagination! In this fascinating place, we can all travel where we want and how we want. The timid can feel brave, the weak can seem strong and anything is possible! It is no wonder that imaginary play is so important to children in the Foundation Stage, offering opportunities to operate at a level that is beyond that possible in the real world.
The story of Oliver Who Was Small But Mighty, written by Mara Bergman and illustrated by Nick Maland (Hodder Children's Books), explores this potential to great effect, detailing the two sides of a young boy's bath time.
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