Play and Performance offers hope to those lamenting the loss of play in the twenty-first century and aims to broaden the understanding of what play is. This volume showcases the work of programs from early childhood through adulthood, in a variety of educational and therapeutic settings, and from a range of theoretical and practical perspectives. The chapters cover an array of practices that can be seen across the play to performance continuum. Taken together, the myriad ways that play is performance and performance is play become clear, sometimes blurring the need for distinction. The volume provides play advocates, researchers and practitioners a wealth of practical and theoretical ideas for expanding the use of performance as a tool for creating playful environments where children and adults can create and develop.

THE NO-BEACH, NO-ZONE, NO-NONSENSE WEIGHT-LOSS PLAN is based entirely on:
* an analysis of scientific studies, so that it is fact-based
* research on successful dieters that shows how they got the weight off and kept it off
* diet and exercise strategies that can be done at home
What is currently on the market: a lot of diet and weight loss books with gimmicks and a lot of fluff, but very few theories that are supported by randomized controlled trials. THE NO-BEACH, NO-ZONE, NO-NONSENSE WEIGHT-LOSS PLAN is the antithesis of these books. The author has reviewed the weight loss literature, found proven solutions, and put it all in a digestible format for the lay person.
The book contains self-help information on
* calculating calorie needs and determining your BMI
* the truth about cellulite and spot reducing
* whether your weight is threatening your health
* why your weight problem isn't all your fault
* calculating the percentage of fats, carbs and protein in your diet
* a little-known exercise strategy shown to work in many controlled trials
* detachable exercise and calorie count cards
THE NO-BEACH, NO-ZONE, NO-NONSENSE WEIGHT-LOSS PLAN is easy to read, practical, and contains a simple workable plan for anyone.

Jim Johnson has researched hundreds of scientific journal articles to find and test the simplest most effective do-it-yourself treatments for knee pain. In this compact and accessible book, he shows readers exactly how to improve and maintain the functioning of their knees by enhancing the four crucial abilities every knee must have:
** muscular strength
** flexibility
** responsiveness (proprioception)
** endurance
A chapter is devoted to each of these four functions, showing why they are essential. The reader is shown exactly how to do simple home exercises designed to restore or improve that particular ability. The last chapter is a "master plan" that pulls together all the concepts and exercises into a time-efficient exercise program. The author guides the reader effortlessly through the exercise routine.
Clear drawings illustrate the muscles responsible for knee pain and the exact way to do the exercises.
All the information is based on research trials and studies and evidence from peer-reviewed journals. The author has chosen for this book the best techniques for relieving knee pain.

Are you thinking about applying to teacher training in England? Not sure where to start or what to expect? This is your comprehensive go-to guide with helpful information and advice to help you on this very special journey ahead! Written by experts on initial teacher training in England, this guide: helps you understand the many different routes in to teaching provides essential information about the education sector and the different types of state schools offers advice and practice tests to pass the mandatory Professional Skills tests in numeracy and literacy gives insight about the application process and helpful tips to confidently face your interview Everything you need to know to secure your place on a teacher training course - now in one easy accessible guide!

Based on the author's decades of experience as a physiotherapist, and his expertise in treating pain and mobility problems, this compact but comprehensive book shows you exactly how to improve and maintain the four vital knee functions: * muscular strength * responsiveness * flexibility * endurance The simple exercises in this highly successful, practical course are clearly illustrated, and include alternatives for every different level of fitness and knee function. There are guidelines for how and when to use massage, relaxation and heat for managing pain, in addition to a six-week programme to relieve pain, restore function and flexibility and prevent future problems.