""The editors take readers through a breathtaking landscape of
perspectives on the foundations of playwork. ... This book invites
you to reflect (see Palmer, p51). But above all, it is one that
inspires action."
Children and Society"
"""Foundations of Playwork" is a must read for anyone with an
interest in playwork or children's services. It shows the breadth,
depth and value of our work with and on behalf of children."
Mike Greenaway, Director of Play Wales "
Play impacts on all aspects of human behaviour and development,
including the social, physical, cognitive, creative, emotional and
spiritual worlds. The profession of playwork endeavours to provide
enriched play environments with a view to enabling children achieve
their full potential.
This book provides a holistic overview of contemporary play and
playwork. Straightforward and accessible, it covers topics such as
playwork identity; play environments; the role of the playworker;
values and ethics; play and playwork theory; and at the heart of
the book, a special chapter located at the cutting-edge of 21st
century play theory.
The authors position play and playwork within the broader social
context of the management and development of play settings, work
within and between different sectors of the children's workforce,
and the socio-legal framework of children's rights, and
legislation. The book has international interest, considering
playwork in the UK, US and Romania. It looks at diverse settings
such as prisons, hospitals, parks, adventure playgrounds and play
centres, schools, youth settings and nurseries.
Contributions from many of the leading names in playwork offer
the most current theory and practice in the field. They present
approaches to playwork using a range of techniques such as case
studies and critiques, applied and emergent theorizing,
story-telling and reflection. This encourages the reader to gain a
breadth of perspective and develop their own contribution to the
playwork tradition.
"Foundations of Playwork" is a vital resource for playwork
students, practitioners, members of the children's workforce,
carers and parents.
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