The Cambridge Handbook of Play Smith Roopnarine Paperback 9781316640906

The Cambridge Handbook of Play\n\nDevelopmental and Disciplinary Perspectives\n\nA comprehensive collection of multidisciplinary perspectives on the forms and functions of play and its importance in development.\n\nPeter K. Smith (Edited by), Jaipaul L. Roopnarine (Edited by)\n\n9781316640906, Cambridge University Press\n\nPaperback, published 15 November 2018\n\n760 pages\n24.6 x 17.4 x 3.8 cm, 1.35 kg\n\n'As societies change, so must the techniques educators use to foster play in children's lives. Each article is well written and accompanied by an extensive bibliography supporting the article's specific focus. One of the refreshing points made is that childhood is its own time and not merely a preparation for adulthood. This volume offers much to those experienced in the field of play and to those new to it.' S. Sugarman, Choice\n\nPlay takes up much of the time budget of young children, and many animals, but its importance in development remains contested. This comprehensive colle]