- Color theory: understanding the different colors of mana and how they relate to each other
- Composition: creating a balanced deck with a mix of creatures, spells, and lands
- Character design: appreciating the artwork on the cards and imagining the creatures and characters in the game
- Storytelling: using the cards and gameplay to create a narrative and backstory for their deck and characters
- Creativity: coming up with unique strategies and combinations of cards to win the game
Encourage the child to continue exploring their creativity through Magic the Gathering by designing their own cards, creating their own storylines and characters, and experimenting with different color combinations and deck themes. They can also try their hand at creating fan art or writing fan fiction based on the game.