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Understanding children's play

Ruth E. Hartley, Lawrence K. Frank and Robert M. Goldenson ; prefatory note by Newton Bigelow

(International library of psychology, 72 . Developmental psychology ; 10)

Routledge, 1999

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Note

Reprint. Originally published: Routledge and K. Paul, 1952

Includes bibliographical references (p. [356]-362) and index

Description and Table of Contents

Volume

ISBN 9780415209908

Description

This is Volume X in a series of thirty-two on Developmental Psychology. Originally published in 1952. By presenting the play experiences of children within the framework of their living problems, this volume and its companion booklets will give to these adults who help shape their lives a fuller understanding of the significance of children's play, and offer them valuable aids in fostering the development of productive, well-integrated human beings.

Table of Contents

I. The Function of Play in the Child's Development II. Dramatic Play: Mirror of the Child III. Dramatic Play: Instrument for Growth IV. In the Block Corner V. The Benefits of Water-Play VI. What Clay Can Do for the Child VII. The Use of Graphic Materials VIII. The Finger-Paint Experience IX. Music and Movement: Fruitful Combination
Volume

: set ISBN 9780415211284

Description

Developmental and child psychology remains a vital area in modern psychology. This comprehensive set covers a broad spectrum of developmenal issues, from the psychology of the infant, the family, abilities and disabilities, children's art, imagination, play, speech, mental development, perception, intelligence, mental health and education. In looking at areas which continue to be very important today, these volumes provide a fascinating look at how approaches and attitudes to children have changed over the years. The set includes nine volumes by key development psychologist Jean Piaget, as well as titles by Charlotte Buhler and Susan Isaacs.

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Details

  • NCID
    BA43484955
  • ISBN
    • 041521128X
    • 0415209900
  • Country Code
    uk
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    London
  • Pages/Volumes
    xvi, 372 p.
  • Size
    23 cm
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