Misguidance of Entertainment Today
Children often idolise magic-powered heroes because they appear to have an easy solution to every problem. This can subtly discourage…
Misguidance of Entertainment Today
Modern storytelling often uses ‘rebellion’ as a shorthand for being ‘strong’ or ‘interesting’. Characters who are rude to authority or…
Misguidance of Entertainment Today
Mainstream ‘thrills’ for children are often built on a foundation of fear, the ‘magic fix’ of spells, or excessive violence.…
Misguidance of Entertainment Today
Many ‘classic’ children’s stories are beautifully written, but they were often created within a worldview that is very different from…
Misguidance of Entertainment Today
Phasing out a beloved but problematic book or series can often lead to tears and arguments, as children feel they…
Misguidance of Entertainment Today
Fiction is a powerful tool for empathy and learning, but in today’s world, it can often be a gateway to…
Misguidance of Entertainment Today
Imagination is a gift from Allah Almighty, but like any gift, it must be used with wisdom. You want your…
Misguidance of Entertainment Today
Mainstream adventure often relies on the idea of a ‘chosen one’ with ‘hidden powers’ in a ‘secret world’ to create…
Misguidance of Entertainment Today
It can be hard to pull a child away from the high-fantasy world of magic-based plots because they offer such…
Misguidance of Entertainment Today
In modern storytelling, revenge is often portrayed as ‘justice’ and manipulation as being ‘clever’. Characters are celebrated for ‘getting even’…