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Covering the developmental range of infancy to adolescence, this book offers a comprehensive study of play—including play therapy, disabilities, anthropology of play, and play environments. It also provides current perspectives on culture and gender differences in play through a blend of research, theory, and practical applications. Focusing greater attention to contemporary issues than other books, coverage includes brain research, play deprivation, therapeutic … More >>
#1 by Karen Hutchison on January 30, 2010 - 9:58 pm
As a registered play therapist and professor of early childhood, I can tell you this book is one of the most comprehensive and well-written books on the subject of children. Our society no longer values play in children, and this book illustrates what happens to children if they cannot play. Play is essential for the overall development of a child. Piaget and Vygotsky were just two major theorist that support Joe Frost’s contentions. This is a must book for anyone doing a literature review for research involving the overall development of a child. It is a must book for any one in an educational setting whereby one teaches future educators about children.
Rating: 5 / 5