Bitcoin, Alibaba's Cave and the 40 Thieves

[PrivacyG]

There are way easier alternatives to explain Bitcoin to a child and make them understand how it works for the most part.  But in my opinion, this should not be a lesson.  They ask the questions, you give the right answer at the right time.  Kind of 'enforcing' Bitcoin onto children is a subject I have seen around here a few times in the last year and I am not saying you are planning to do this OP, but some people do it.

It would also be a big mistake to put the word 'thieves' next to Bitcoin when teaching your child how it works, much like pooya said.  They grow up hearing Bitcoin is dying, Bitcoin is used by criminals, Bitcoin is a bad thing et cetera.  All of this AND the most trust worthy person to them, their parents, taught the kid it has to do with thieves and magic spells too!  Not a good thing.

You would be surprised to see how much talent some people have to simplify the Bitcoin definition and how it works.  It is a hard thing to do, but possible.  But even then.  This still only teaches the very VERY basics of Bitcoin, nothing more.

[uneng]

I think it's a good idea to use analogies, metaphors, parables and comparisons between what you want to explain and elements from stories the person you are talking to is familiar with. This way they can understand what you mean in a very didatic way.

As long as the individual is aware about Alibaba's Cave and the 40 Thieves tale, go ahead. We just have to adapt which story to use taking into consideration the repertoire of the learner.

Anyway, congratulations for being creative and for putting your imagination into good use! I'm sure you can enlight many people about Bitcoin following this strategy, especially the ones who love traditional tales of ancient cultures, which have elements of adventure, magic, bravery and meaningful messages in the end.

[Oluwa-btc]

Using this analogy, you can explain the principle of working with Bitcoin even to a child...

What do you think about it?

OP used the storytelling teaching technique which makes teaching/learning exciting for both children and adults. Children are usually attracted to story telling since it makes learning simple. I think it is a creative way of teaching about Bitcoin. Maybe I would use this storyline to teach some of my nephews about Bitcoin.

Regardless,he has been able to reveal some unique features that's needed to make Bitcoin existence valuable and exceptional.Believing that there're several other ways through which Bitcoin becomes understandable and accessible to mankind.
The awareness approach that Bitcoin enthusiasts uses is generally enticing and educative at the same time and some of these approaches,needs to be equally studied.