Stories are a useful tool in linking fantasy and imagination with the child’s real
world. So children can make sense of their everyday life. Stories help children
to understand the world and to share it with others. “Nine to twelve -year-olds
are developing their ability to appreciate other viewpoints. At this age stories
about family and friends should not only reassure children about themselves but
also provide them with new insights into how other families and children cope
with various situations.