Play in Early Childhood: From Birth to Six Years

by Mary D. Sheridan, Justine Howard, Dawn Alderson

Based on the pioneering work of Mary D. Sheridan, Play in Early Childhood is a classic introductory text to play and development – key topics for all those who work with young children. Updated for a contemporary audience and fully evidence-based, it explains how children’s play develops and how they develop as they play. With over eighty illustrations and observations of play from birth to six years, this new edition presents classical and contemporary literature, making clear links between play and all areas of children’s development. It includes activities to consolidate thinking and suggestions for further reading throughout. Play in Early Childhood Suitable for those new to the area or for more experienced workers wanting a quick reference guide, this easy-to-follow book meets the needs of students and professionals from a wide range of health, education and social care backgrounds, including early years professionals, playworkers, children’s nurses, speech and language therapists and social workers.

Genres: Parenting

104 pages, Paperback

First published May 6, 1999

Reviews

[Nasi K · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this book! It's really short but in this few pages the writer has manages to give all the necessary information, no more no less and in an easy to understand format which is really great for non native English speakers!

[Caroline · Rating 2 out of 5]

Des informations intéressantes quant au développement des enfants.
Beaucoup de parties techniques.

[iloveallbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

[Hoda Marmar · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very precise and interesting introduction to the developmental stages of play in children from birth until the age of 6.

[Chloe · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was really descriptive and I found this very useful for my assignment.