Lucy Antunez Senior Project
“If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales.” ―Albert Einstein
Fairy Tales Morals Psychology Archetypes
The argument on this topic is about the criticism and dismissal on the value of stories and fairy tales.
Promotes hopes and dreams Enhances vocabulary and worldly knowledge Expands imagination and creativity
Teaches politeness, manners, and respect Leads by example that good behavior is always rewarded Motivates readers to maintain hope and persevere through difficult times
Provides clear moral guidance Recognize suspicious or wicked people Create a proper environment for your children/understanding your children
Sigmund Freud Bruno Bettelheim Otto Rank Many psychologists have concluded that fairy tales are good for children’s development.
Fairy tales help children develop moral skills. Fairy tales help adults understand their children. Psychologists deem stories are good for a child’s developmental health.
Parents should encourage their children to read and not watch shows like Jersey Shore and South Park, and learn to value morality rather than being materialistic.
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