Magic is not just for fairytales and Harry Potter. 

Magic can be found in everyday life, if you know where to look. For example, consider the magic of potion play. This is when children use their imagination to transform everyday objects into something magical. A simple bowl of water can become a magical potion that can make you fly or turn invisible. This type of play helps children to tap into their imagination and see the world in a different way. 

In this blog post, we will explore the concept of potion play and how it can benefit children (and adults) who believe in magic!

Potion play has so many benefits to childhood education, from allowing children to explore different smells, textures, and colours, to developing problem solving skills through role playing activities and increasing their creative abilities, sparking imagination and empowering them to be anything they want to be. 

This type of play helps children to understand that the world is full of possibilities and It also helps them to be more aware of the natural world around them. It opens up their imagination and helps to develop a connection to nature through the use of natural and non toxic ingredients. It allows children to search through nature for potion ingredients and learn more about the outdoors. 

It is a great way for children to learn about the world around them in a fun and safe environment, re-enacting life situations and experimenting with make believe. It fosters creativity and imagination, and helps to develop gross motor skills and hand-eye coordination, such as mixing, scooping, pouring and grinding.

Potion play allows children to strengthen their emotional responses, encourage cooperation and helps to create empathy. It allows children to express themselves in a less structured environment and can also be a great way to teach children about the benefits of outdoor play, which we all know is so important to children's development and education.

They can explore, make mistakes and take risks in a safe setting that is the magic of potion play. 

So the next time you're looking for a way to engage your child's imagination, why not try setting up a potion-making station in the backyard? They're sure to have a blast – and you might just be surprised by what they come up with.

 

List of products to encourage potion play:

Mindful Potion Kit: https://thelittlepotionco.com.au/collections/mindful-potion-kits

Potion Play set: https://thelittlepotionco.com.au/collections/wooden-accessories/products/potion-play-tool-kit

Mortar and Pestle: https://thelittlepotionco.com.au/collections/wooden-accessories/products/mortar-and-pestle-small

Wooden Ladle: https://thelittlepotionco.com.au/collections/wooden-accessories/products/witches-ladle-spoon