The Development of Play (Concepts in Developmental Psychology)

Cohen, David

ISBN 10: 0709934343 / ISBN 13: 9780709934349

Published by Croom Helm, Ltd.

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Sorry, No international shipping on this item.Ex-Library hardcover no dj (green boards) with all the usual markings, possible attachments, and library wear. Some underlining in pencil.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Development of Play (Concepts in Developmental Psychology)
• Publisher: Croom Helm, Ltd.
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0709934343
• ISBN 13: 9780709934349
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 28 ounces

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Synopsis

Play is an important part of our development. In playing we learn to move, think, speak and imagine, as well as cope with other people. This second edition of "The Development of Play" addresses the key functions that play serves. David Cohen examines how children play with objects, with language, and most importantly, with each other and their parents. He goes on to ask why we stop playing, and looks at adult games. "The Development of Play" argues that psychology has accepted too uncritically the Victorian opposition of work and play, and argues that adults can learn to play more. With its extensive account of recent work in this area, this book should be of interest to child psychologists, developmental psychologists, and a wide number of professionals involved with children.

From the Back Cover

'The Development of Play' examines our understanding of why children play. In it, David Cohen describes how children's play becomes increasingly complex and discusses how it helps children to grow emotionally and socially.