The Excellence of Play

by Janet R. Moyles (Editor)

An exploration of how play aids learning The second edition of this bestselling book discusses the vital importance of play as a tool for learning and teaching. It has been extensively revised to cover the many changes that have taken place in the field of early childhood in the last decade.

Paperback

First published January 1, 1994

About the author

Janet Moyles is Emeritus Professor of Education at Anglia Ruskin University and an early years/primary specialist and consultant, particularly in the areas of play, learning and practitioner research. Her books include Just Playing?, The Excellence of Play, Interactive Teaching in the Primary School; Images of Violence and Effective Leadership and Management in the Early Years.

Reviews

[egoo · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some interesting and helpful ideas and theories but the problem with a book like this is that it quickly becomes dated. Not a page turner either so I don't particularly recommend further than for grabbing a few quotes for academics.