Exploring Play for Early Childhood Studies
- Mandy Andrews - University of Worcester, UK
The way the material is set out in this book makes it appealing to new HE learners. The Activity Boxes are useful both as teaching aids and for learners to self study. Content is up-to-date and detailed. The chapter on observing play is very useful to students and experienced practitioners and makes them look at their practice in more detail.
This is a great book which provides an indepth and exciting view of the theories behind play.
Have already used the text with students with positive feedback
Excellent text and content with clear links between theory and practice. Interesting reading that prompts students to consider play learning and the curriculum in the wider context. Practical examples encourage discussion and further development. Invaluable text for students of all levels
Particularly useful chapter considering risk and play. Useful title for the Foundation Degree in Early Years.
This is a very valuable book on play that explains its benefits and creates a link with Children’s rights . Very easy to read and understand for students.
Another valuable resource for my students on both Further and Higher level courses. A very good book which I have placed on their reading lists. Many thanks to Sage Publications
Great book and beneficial for both early years and Playwork students
An essential book for trainees who are working within the early years setting. The chapter on observing play gives clear guidance on how to undetake such observations.
This is a really informative book combining different theoretical perspectives on play and will be recommended.
