| Description |
ix, 256 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Series |
Understanding children's worlds
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| Contents |
An introduction to play -- A brief history of the study of play and of play theories -- Animal play : definitions and descriptions -- Animal play : theoretical perspectives on function -- Play in different cultures / Yumi Gosso -- Physical activity play : exercise play and rough-and-tumble -- Object play -- Pretend play : description -- Pretend play : theories and functions -- Some practical issues concerning play -- Concluding comments: Play and the middle way |
| Summary |
880-01 This text provides an expansive definition of the term 'play', taking a look at its impact on children, as well as its adaptive value for birds and animals. It uses both contemporary and classic research to examine how different age groups and sexes participate in a wide variety of play |
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880-01 "The role of play in development is a source of ongoing interest and debate. In this book, renowned expert Peter Smith offers an expansive definition of the term أplay, ؤ taking an in-depth look at its impact on children, as well as its adaptive value in animals. Using both contemporary and classic research, Smith examines how different age groups and sexes participate in a wide variety of play, including physical and rough-and-tumble play, play with objects, fantasy play and imaginary friends. The book gauges the function of play in early childhood education and the case for and against recess breaks in school. How play occurs in different societies and among various populations ئ including children with special needs ي is also explored. With its comprehensive coverage of theoretical, cross-cultural, and evolutionary perspectives, Children and Play holds significant insights for parents, educators, and clinicians."--Publisher's website |
| Notes |
Formerly CIP. Uk |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 218-246) and indexes |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Play -- Cross-cultural studies
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Child Behavior -- psychology
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Psychology, Child
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Play and Playthings -- psychology
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Play behavior in animals
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Child psychology
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Child Behavior
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Play -- Psychological aspects
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Child development
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Psychology, Comparative
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PSYCHOLOGY -- Psychotherapy -- Child & Adolescent.
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PSYCHOLOGY -- Developmental -- Child.
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Child development.
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Child development.
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Play -- Psychological aspects.
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Psychology, Comparative.
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FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS -- Child Development.
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Child psychology.
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Play behavior in animals.
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Psychology, Comparative.
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Play behavior in animals.
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Child psychology.
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Play -- Psychological aspects.
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| Author |
Gosso, Yumi, author
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| LC no. |
2008051208 |
| ISBN |
9780631235217 |
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0631235213 |
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9780631235224 |
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0631235221 |
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9781444311006 |
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144431100X |
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