Imaginary friends seen as normal preschool aid
Experts say imaginary companions are common for preschoolers and can aid language development. They advise ensuring the child remains connected with real peers, and not blaming the friend for misbehavior. The friend should fade with time and playful engagement can offer teachable moments.
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Special to The Ottawa Herald recounts Amos of Tekoa prophesying to the northern kingdom amid Samarian wealth and corruption. He confronts Amasiah and warns of exile as 722 B.C. looms, describing plumb line judgment and the fall of Jeroboam II’s realm.
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