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The Thrill of Childhood Rituals

The joy of playing tag and creating secret languages has persisted across time and place.

The Thrill of Childhood Rituals

TL;DR

  • Children create their own rituals and traditions, known as 'childlore.'
  • Games like tag and concepts like 'cooties' are examples of childlore passed down through time.
  • Adults often forget the intense feelings of rebellion, camaraderie, and knowledge-sharing associated with childlore.
  • Kids continue to share the same exuberance in their games and traditions.