Crystals for Children & Teenagers - A Selection
Children are drawn to the crystals by their energies, colour and form and they often naturally respond to crystal healing and will often, intuitively, choose to handle a certain crystal or rub it on their forehead etc….their instinct seems to let them lead the way. Crystals therefore, can be an exciting, enriching, safe and engaging way for children to explore the world of crystals and discover their positive energy and healing benefits.
Crystals can offer a range of benefits for children, such as helping them sleep, promoting calm, stress relief, boosting confidence and helping them find focus to name but a few. They also serve as a simple yet tangible reminder that they are not alone as well as providing a loving, soothing and a comforting presence with their individual and unique energies.
Handling Crystals Safely
1. Obviously younger children need to be supervised when handling smaller stones, to prevent them from putting crystals in their mouths and accidentally swallowing them.
2. Not all crystals are suitable for children as some can be toxic if handled improperly or ingested.
3. Raw, natural crystals may have sharp edges and it is probably best to start a child’s introduction to crystals with tumblestones, that have smooth bodies and also therefore help a child to connect with the crystals unique energy.
Here is an introduction to 12 non-toxic Crystals chosen with children in mind, and each gives the metaphysical benefits of the stone, and in particular how they relate to children.
1. Amethyst
A beautiful crystal of purple hues that has a lovely calming energy that can help a child sleep better and reduces nightmares. Best placed under the pillow at night for sleep issues.
2. Dragons Blood Jasper
This powerful crystal with its green and red tones symbolizes a dragon firing up to ignite courage, strength and vitality. It is highly regarded as a protective talisman that shields the aura, empowers personal resilience, and can help a child dispel its fears and move forward with self confidence, courage and strength.
3. Fluorite
Fluorite has a grounding energy that helps clear away muddled thoughts and can help a child find focus when they struggle to concentrate. A good crystal for study sessions, simply place on the desk.
4. Jade
Jade is known as a symbol of purity and serenity whilst promoting wisdom and balance. It encourages kindness from children and nurtures a sense of harmony and supports physical well-being whilst its gentle energy is said to encourage emotional release and provide a comforting, reassuring presence.
5. Clear Quartz
Known as the Master Healer, this wonderful crystal amplifies the energies of any other stone it is placed with and also helps clear the mind to give mental clarity, promotes emotional balance and encourages mindfulness.
6. Green Aventurine
Known as the “Stone of Opportunity”, this lovely little crystal is believed to bring luck, abundance and success as well as encouraging love and compassion. However, for children in particular, it can inspire creativity, imagination and a sense of adventure, whilst supporting physical growth and well-being.
7. Dalmatian Jasper
Mimicking a Dalmatian’s spots this wonderful stone carries with it a joyful, playful and grounding energy. It naturally appeals to a child's inner child, helping to lift heavy emotions, prevent boredom, and reduce worries, whilst its grounding energy provides emotional stability, helping to soothe restlessness and deter bad dreams. Furthermore it is thought to make a great stone for sibling harmony as it is believed to strengthen family bonds and encourage loyalty.
8. Black Obsidian
Black Obsidian has a lovely calming energy that both protects and helps us to keep grounded. Children resonate with this energy as it helps them feel protected, safe and grounded and thus secure in their world.
9. Blue Sodalite
Blue Sodalite with its deep blues and veins of white is best known as a stone of communication, but also promotes logic, rationality and emotional clarity and in turn reduces stress. It is a wonderful stone therefore for children who are easily overwhelmed by emotions, as well as toddlers just learning to manage those emotions. Blue Sodalite can help them stabilise their feelings and suuport them to articulate these emotions and needs through verbal communication.
10. Red Jasper
“The Stone of Endurance” is of great benefit to children with its vibrant energies that boost courage and strength. It is helpful to children struggling with something in their lives and needing a little support as it is a confidence builder. For teenagers, it can help bring harmony and stability into their lives and help them stay balanced during this time of transition and growth.
11. Rose Quartz
This beautiful crystal in delicate shades of pink, is the “Stone of Unconditional Love & Friendship” and brings to children a gentle, calming energy that is full of love and encourages emotional stability. It can help reduce anxiety and promote feelings of love and self worth, self acceptance and self confidence in a child, encouraging an emotional resilience.
12. Lepidolite
Lepidolite is a lithium-rich crystal and has distinctive lavender, lilac, mauve and soft pink hues. It is known as the “Peace Stone” and has a beautiful calm and very soothing energy that can help children feel at ease. It is a lovely sleep stone and protects against nightmares.
13. Moonstone
Moonstone is a crystal with a wonderful feminine energy and is believed to be beneficial to children due to its gentle and soothing energy that can help ease emotional distress and support emotional balance. It is especially helpful to children facing hyperactivity, emotional challenges or feelings of inadequacy.
14. Tigers Eye
This crystal gets its name from its rich golden-brown hues and unique, shimmering light-reflection (known as chatoyancy) that mimics a cat's or tiger's eye and is a popular choice amongst children. It is a grounding stone that can help enhance a child find focus as well as encourage courage and enhance self esteem.
15. Carnelian
This vibrant orange crystal with its warm and joyous energy is another favourite amongst children. It is perfect for shy or introverted children who need a boost of confidence, energy or a bit of encouragement. It also enhances concentration and self belief, allowing children to trust themselves and their feelings.