Play in Early Childhood : From Birth to Six Years (2nd ed.)

Based on the pioneering work of Mary D. Sheridan, this text is an introductory text which explains how childrens' play develops and how they develop as they play.

This edition has been updated to meet the needs of early years workers and students on courses leading to awards in child care and education.

It features: over 80 illustrations; descriptions of play at each stage of development, from birth to six years; outlines of different play sequences; information on children with special needs; practical advice on the adult's role in providing for play.

The book forms a companion volume to "From Birth to Five Years" by the same author.