Children, Play, and Development
- Fergus P. Hughes - University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Some of the chapters are in support of teaching the EYS2110 module which focuses on promoting children's learning and the role of play. Some interesting parts on the cultural context of play, which students and I have found particularly vaulable. Many thanks.
This is a thoughtful and informative book, with a useful emphasis on how play contributes to development. It covers the whole age range from babies to adolescents, and a wide variety of play. Cultural considerations also feature strongly.
The book offered in depth knowledge and very updated research on play. The only thing missing was how this translates into the lives and work of teachers and how teachers actively work to support play in the classrooms.
An interesting book, but perhaps a little light on theory and research for third year level study. Nonetheless useful for students focusing on play.
interesting, easy read and on a topic very important to child development. very few books are dedicated to child play.issues on class discussion parts are very helpful in organising the lesson and also serve as a guide for students to study.
This book is valuable because it summarises concisely the essential child development knowledge that students need and grounds it in reality. It connects theory to practice and will help students to apply their knowledge when constructing play experiences or observing children at play. I liked the chapter that focuses on ethological and cultural perspectives
Excellent text recommended for purchase and review by graduate students.
A new themes that we are teaching throughout the undergraduate sport psychology curriculum. This book will also be of value to students on the PE degree.
Provides good background knowledge to students on early years courses.
Sample Materials & Chapters
Chapter 1 - Historical and Theoretical Viewpoints
Chapter 7 - Play in Special Populations