Plenty of preschoolers are fascinated with creepy crawlies. Just as many are not. If your child is afraid of creepy crawlies, then you have to realise that it’s a valid fear. Don’t try to force your child to face his or her fear, or try to rationalise it – fear is never rational, and forcing your child to deal with creepy crawlies may only lead to a lifelong phobia.
Rather than trying to talk your child out of his or her fear, simply acknowledge it, and move on. You could also try non invasive ways of getting your child used to the idea, such as watching movies about creepy crawlies, or reading books that feature insects as characters.
The good news is that most preschoolers outgrow this kind of fear all on their own, and that in a few years, your child will probably be seeking out creepy crawlies all on his or her own.
Rather than trying to talk your child out of his or her fear, simply acknowledge it, and move on. You could also try non invasive ways of getting your child used to the idea, such as watching movies about creepy crawlies, or reading books that feature insects as characters.
The good news is that most preschoolers outgrow this kind of fear all on their own, and that in a few years, your child will probably be seeking out creepy crawlies all on his or her own.