Understanding Children's Play

By Jennie Lindon
November 2001
Nelson Thornes, UK
ISBN: 074873970X
194 pages, illustrated, 7 7/8 x 10 1/8"
$41.95 paper original


Written by an experienced child psychologist, the book provides an exploration of children's play from babyhood through the early years of primary school. It shows how play is shaped by time and place, through historical, social & cultural perspectives. It assists professionals in their understanding of current views of play & learning in theory & practice. It uses case studies and provides activities that stimulate discussion and learning.

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