Playing and Learning in Early Childhood Education

Playing and Learning in Early Childhood Education PDF Author: Beverlie Dietze
Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780135125465
Category : Early childhood education
Languages : en
Pages : 445

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Book Description
Playing and Learning in Early Childhood Education supports early childhood education students, practitioners, and primary educators to engage in the exploration of the theoretical framework of play, characteristics of play, the environmental and cultural factors that influence play, and the application of developmentally appropriate play practices. The text includes in-depth information on emerging topics such as environmental literacy, sustainability in play settings, and the impact of new technology, as well as the importance of outdoor play to combat the rise of obesity.