The difference is that they have had less years of reinforcement of whatever imprints are causing their actions. In most instances, the imagination of children is still very keen. It is only with the interference of well-meaning adults that imagination soon gives way to believing only what one can see and touch. Imagination is the doorway between the conscious mind and the unconscious levels of the mind. Therefore, it is relatively easy to reach the deeper levels in the mind of a child.
Children respond well to stories, visualization, imaginative games and other simple tools.
Children are great discoverers. Given the opportunity, they are hungry and open to new learning. They enjoy responding to new ideas that are presented in a way that they can understand. Their openness makes them especially good subjects for hypnosis. When children work with adults they trust, they can become relaxed and focused easily, and are open to ideas that will help them to deal with the world they are facing, and any changes they must make to handle that world more easily.