Written to explain why children need to play and offering practical
guidance on how to best support children's development through
play, this fully updated third edition includes a wealth of new
information to reflect recent changes in the curriculum and early
years qualifications. Featuring new chapters on pretend play and
the impact of parenting on child development, the book addresses
practitioners key concerns through an accessible Q&A format
supported with case studies relating to different play situations.
It encourages the reader to challenge their own perceptions about
play, exploring why children behave as they do at different stages
in their development and showing how play can complement and
enhance their social, emotional, perceptual motor and intellectual
development. This jargon free, updated edition presents: a clear
and detailed explanation of the different kinds of play children
engage in as they learn and grow. how children learn through their
play in a variety of situations. the subtle but genuine differences
between male and female development. the difficulties children may
have when they have over or under sensitivity to any specific sense
or any problems with movement. the importance of emotional well
being in children and how this affects their ability to play. an
introduction to senses and brain development. Providing a grounded
and gentle introduction to child development, this book brings a
deeper understanding of children's learning through play and is an
invaluable resource for students on early years courses and
practitioners.
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