The Archetypes
Each archetype holds a truth about how a child relates, learns, plays, and grows.
Each archetype reflects a different way a child moves through the world—how they relate, play, explore, express, and respond to challenge. Some are bold, others quiet. Some seek structure, others seek wonder. These patterns aren’t fixed or final. They ebb and flow, shift with age, and show up in different ways across different children. The archetypes are here to help us notice—so we can guide with greater clarity, care, and connection.
Loyal, emotionally sensitive, and drawn to deep connection.
Can become overly dependent or easily overwhelmed by social shifts.
Brave, justice-driven, and unafraid to question authority.
May resist guidance or push back even when support is needed.
Lightens the atmosphere with humour, silliness, and surprise.
Can deflect or hide discomfort behind distraction.
Caring, thoughtful, and deeply attuned to others’ needs.
May struggle to set boundaries or express their own.
Creative, symbolic, and alive with inner stories.
May drift into fantasy to escape discomfort or reality.
Loves order, predictability, and purposeful routines.
Can become rigid or anxious when things feel uncertain.
Energetic, expressive, and thrives through physical activity.
May find stillness or focused tasks challenging without support.
Quiet, observant, and deeply reflective before acting.
Can become withdrawn or hesitant to join in.
Curious, adventurous, and eager to experience the world firsthand.
May rush ahead without noticing risk, boundaries, or others’ pace.
Grounded, hands-on, and takes pride in making and fixing.
May become frustrated when projects don’t work as planned or feel misunderstood.
Analytical, focused, and driven by understanding how things work.
May overthink or become stuck in needing certainty before acting.
Vibrant, intense, and full of contagious enthusiasm.
Can become easily overstimulated or struggle to regulate strong feelings.