Perspectives on Play: Learning for Life
โ Scribed by Avril Brock, Sylvia Dodds, Pam Jarvis, Yinka Olusoga
- Publisher
- Longman Pub Group
- Year
- 2008
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 344
- Category
- Library
No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.
โฆ Synopsis
This book presents a review and critical analysis of research in the field whilst exploring development in the early childhood years from a broad range of multi-disciplinary perspectives. Brock's approach will offer a dynamic perspective on the practice of play that will rival existing texts currently on the market, it will be a valuable asset for any student studying for an Early Childhood, Childhood, or Education Studies degree.
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