The Ordinary Magic of Resilience

Standard 1Resource Type: ArticleStandard 5Topic: Developmentally Appropriate PracticeTopic: Content Knowledge: Language and LiteracyTopic: Executive Function Skills
Written By Kadisha Conteh

https://www.communityplaythings.com/resources/articles/the-ordinary-magic-of-resilience
This article explores how fairy tales and imaginative play serve as powerful tools for building "ordinary magic"—the resilience children need to overcome toxic stress and adversity. By integrating classic stories into classroom centers, educators can foster the four key protective factors of resilience: strong relationships, initiative, executive function, and cultural context.

Organization/Author: Stephanie Goloway, Community Playthings

Type of Resource: Article

Publication Date: May 2023

Kadisha Conteh
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