Play And Early Childhood Development

Download or read book Play and Early Childhood Development written by James Ewald Johnson and published by Allyn & Bacon. This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This authoritative text provides a thorough awareness and a thoughtful appreciation of children's play for perspective teachers in early childhood education programs. As the primary text for courses in children's play and early childhood methods, or as a supplemental text for courses in child development, human development, and child psychology, it offers a skillful blend of research and practical teaching strategies. The many roles of the adult are discussed: preschool teachers, day care specialists, inservice professionals, children's librarians, hospital play group leaders, and parents. A highly informative and useful reference.