🌈 What Gabby’s Dollhouse Taught Me About the Power of Play

Yesterday, I took my children to see Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie, and while I was watching, it struck me just how similar the message of the film is to what we value at The Little Village of Imagination: the magic of creativity, curiosity, and imaginative play. 💛

As Gabby and her friends solved problems, explored new ideas, and created magical moments, I thought, “This is exactly what we see every day in our play sessions, parties, and school visits.”

✨ Imagination is How Children Learn

A young child engaged in imaginative construction play at The Little Village of Imagination, stacking play bricks and exploring a pretend building site role play area.

Children learn best through play, and imaginative role play is one of the most powerful ways for them to develop important life skills.

  • In our school and nursery sessions, children become bakers, builders, vets, or shopkeepers, practising teamwork, problem-solving, and communication.
  • During birthday parties and special events, they immerse themselves in themed role play experiences, developing confidence and creativity in a fun, supportive environment.

Just like Gabby’s Dollhouse, play encourages children to think creatively, try new ideas, and celebrate the joy of learning through doing.

🎨 Play Builds Confidence and Connection

Two young children engaging in imaginative play at The Little Village of Imagination, pretending to be vets caring for a toy dog in a pretend Vet Clinic role play setup

One of the things I love most about watching children play is seeing how they embrace challenges.

When a game doesn’t go as planned, they experiment, adapt, and find solutions — building resilience and confidence along the way.

And play is social, too. Whether in a party setting or a school session, children learn to cooperate, share ideas, and connect with friends and adults — skills that last a lifetime.

🏡 Bringing Imagination to Life

The Little Village of Imagination role play setup inside a nursery classroom, featuring themed play stations including a police area, construction zone, and fire station for children to explore imaginative play.

That’s why The Little Village of Imagination exists: to create spaces where children can explore, imagine, and learn through play.

Our party hire packages transform your home or venue into a magical world of role play — complete with themed props, interactive activities, and fun for all ages.

Our school and nursery sessions bring role play directly to your classroom, offering curriculum-linked learning in an engaging, hands-on way. Every session is designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence.

💛 A Little Reminder for Parents

Play isn’t just fun — it’s how children make sense of the world, develop skills, and connect with others. Watching Gabby’s Dollhouse reminded me how important it is to encourage imaginative play at every opportunity.

So whether it’s a themed birthday party or a school session, stepping into a world of imagination helps children grow in ways that are joyful, meaningful, and unforgettable.

🧁 Bring the Magic to Life

Group of children dressed as police officers during a role play session at The Little Village of Imagination, using props such as handcuffs, walkie-talkies, and helmets to explore imaginative play.

If your child loves pretend play, themed adventures, or just wants to explore their imagination, we’d love to bring that magic to your home, school, or nursery.

Book a magical party or school session today and let your children experience the joy of imaginative play

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