The Essence of Play: A Practice Companion for Professionals Working with Children and Young People

ISBN-13: 9780415678131 / Angielski / Miękka / 2013 / 156 str.

Justine Howard

Opis

Providing an overarching concept of play, drawing together the evidence-base across disciplines and linking theory to practice, this is the ideal handbook for all those working with children. It provides a baseline of shared knowledge for all play professionals, exploring the fundamental value of play rather than a 'how to' approach to practice.

Recenzje

'This is an important book. Based on new ground-breaking research into children's perspectives on play, Howard & McInnes present revolutionary guidelines for play practice. This book has the potential to transform understandings about children's playfulness, and, in particular, about how this vital ingredient in the growth of learning and well-being can be practically supported and nurtured within educational, recreational and therapeutic settings.' – Dr David Whitebread, Senior Lecturer in Developmental Psychology & Early Childhood Education, University of Cambridge, UK.

Spis treści

Foreword  David Whitebread  Introduction  1. Theoretical Perspectives on Play  2. Exploring Play and Child Development  3. Playfulness  4. The Role of Adults in Children's Play  5. The Play Environment  6. Inclusive Play Practice  7. Observation and Assessment through Play  8. Professional Practice Issues  Conclusion