Play at the Center of the Curriculum

by Judith L. Van Hoorn, Barbara Scales, Patricia Monighan Nourot

This is the third edition of the book that takes to heart the Play is children's work. Believing that play is a primary factor in the development of intelligence, personality, competencies, self-awareness, and social awareness, the authors demonstrate how to draw from spontaneous play both the methods and the content of a successful curriculum for children from birth to age eight. The book introduces the theories of Piaget, Vygotsky, Erikson, Mead, and many contemporary researchers; explores the traditional curriculum arenas of early childhood education; and includes discussion of the role of work, adult models, and authority in children's play. For teachers specializing in Early Childhood Education, pre-school teachers, day-care personnel, parents, and anyone with an interest and involvement in the education, development, and care of young children.

384 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1992

Reviews

[Amber]

1 copy available

[Katherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book on the importance and theories of playful learning.

[Carrie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Using this as a textbook.