This book provides new theoretical insights to our understanding of play as a cultural activity. All chapters address play and playful activities from a cultura

Children, Play, and Development offers a comprehensive look at children′s play from birth to adolescence.

Children's play is a universal human activity, and one that serves a significant purpose in personal development.Throughout this volume, which is an extension o

Why do children play and why do they stop playing? David Cohen's book answers these questions in light of recent research. Psychologists argue that children pla

Think more intentionally about the play materials you choose and offer to preschoolers to enhance their development and learning