Children, Play, and Development
A step by step resource for those wishing to study/teach Play. Theories surrounding historical contexts as well as explanations about the differences in play are easy to access and understand. Lots of practical suggestions at the end of each chapter. An invaluable resource.
Includes updates concepts about play and development
It is a complete and pedagogical text for the students. They could read it easily and work on the theory-to-practice boxes.
Excellent coverage of development through the lens of play. It is particularly useful that the analysis goes beyond the young child to cover adolescence and beyond.
Excellent resources included.
Comprehensive
An excellent book from Hughes that provides students with clear and concise information. The emphasis of how play contributes to the holistic development of children was discussed in a variety of ways.
Particularly like chapter 6 - gender differences in play. This will be useful for debate in lectures
Very good book and good focus on different areas of children play and learning and their developmental processes
It's an easy read text which that covers broad areas of play in child development, theory and play types.
Hughes makes the links between children's play and development in a way that brings understanding that connects to practice.
Sample Materials & Chapters
Chapter 1 - Historical and Theoretical Viewpoints
Chapter 7 - Play in Special Populations