Children, Play, and Development

I would offer this as a supplemental read for students. I thought the learning objectives were useful to give an overview of the chapter. Liked the issues for discussion at the end of the chapters.

An excellent overview of child development incorporating the key concept of play very effectively.

Although there were many practical suggestions concerned with supporting children`s play, a greater emphisis on theoretical positions would have been useful to ensure a more balanced text

The historical and theoretical viewpoints and the social benefits of play have been a useful read for students.

I am trying to find a book about play which would replace the Moyles, Excellence of Play and this book didn't suit this level. However I would refer to this book for the NC students.

We will be putting this on the reading list in the autumn when the module next runs. It includes perspectives which are not included in many of our other texts which are focussed on what occurs in the UK.

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.

Excellent text

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.

An interesting book, but perhaps a little light on theory and research for third year level study. Nonetheless useful for students focusing on play.