Bringing together a collection of chapters from international experts in the field of early childhood education, Rethinking Play and Pedagogy in Early Childhood

This book explores the significance of play in the education and development of young children. It discusses a range of theoretical perspectives and develops a

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This third edition has been substantially updated to include current research, written by a team of respected science education researchers. It complements the

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