Description
Emphasize the importance of play and learning from infancy through the primary grades
Discover ways to provide a strong curricular approach for young children’s learning while endorsing a playful pedagogy. The articles in this collection emphasize using play to promote children’s skills in problem solving, decision making, and self-regulation; engaging diverse learners in play activities; and partnering with families to further children’s playful learning. Specific topics include ways educators can:
Support infants’ and toddlers’ active explorations with sensory activities and unique materialsProvide opportunities for children to engage in active, physical playGuide children’s learning through art playCommunicate to others the importance and value of play for children from birth through third grade
This book is part of NAEYC’s best-selling Spotlight series―great resources for the college classroom and for professional development.
Publisher : The National Association for the Education of Young Children (February 28, 2015)
Language : English
Paperback : 136 pages
ISBN-10 : 1938113144
ISBN-13 : 978-1938113147
Item Weight : 12.7 ounces
Dimensions : 8.25 x 0.5 x 10.5 inches
