One of the wonders children share is their ability to find magic where we adults fail to. The story “What a Wonderful Charm” epitomizes the inclination children have to see the wonder in the world, and shows how they cope with fear. Gad is afraid of going up the escalator alone, yet he is drawn to it. He solves his conflict by seeing the magic in every situation.

One of the wonders children share is their ability to find magic where we adults fail to. The story “What a Wonderful Charm” epitomizes the inclination children have to see the wonder in the world, and shows how they cope with fear. Gad is afraid of going up the escalator alone, yet he is drawn to it. He solves his conflict by seeing the magic in every situation.