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Play!
This fun-loving book about the power of play is written and illustrated with the hearts of all children in mind. A child walks the reader through a typical day and explains the importance of play from a child's perspective. She explains that playing is "kid's work" and creates the basis for positive self image and emotional awareness through kid-friendly dialogue and illustrations.
This book is sure to be a favorite for your child as it will serve as a basis for the answer to the dreaded statement, "I'm bored." Parents can open this book and reveal a world of choices for their children as an answer, and spark imagination to explore new ideas.
The author and illustrator, Veronica Stanley-Hooper, has 30+ years in education with a focus on hands-on learning experiences. She knows the importance of play for the growth and development of healthy, intelligent children. Emotional intelligence is also critically important for success in life. Hooper skillfully developed this story to both captivate, communicate, and spark a child's imagination.
This book is sure to become a family favorite!
This book is sure to be a favorite for your child as it will serve as a basis for the answer to the dreaded statement, "I'm bored." Parents can open this book and reveal a world of choices for their children as an answer, and spark imagination to explore new ideas.
The author and illustrator, Veronica Stanley-Hooper, has 30+ years in education with a focus on hands-on learning experiences. She knows the importance of play for the growth and development of healthy, intelligent children. Emotional intelligence is also critically important for success in life. Hooper skillfully developed this story to both captivate, communicate, and spark a child's imagination.
This book is sure to become a family favorite!
13 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 28, 2021
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March 5, 2021
Nice read
Is a nice book with simple illustrations to grab kid's attention. The book talks about various professions which kids pretend and play about and at the same time they learn their importance. The cart is diverse which is an added plus.
Is a nice book with simple illustrations to grab kid's attention. The book talks about various professions which kids pretend and play about and at the same time they learn their importance. The cart is diverse which is an added plus.
March 3, 2021
Play is work, work is play
As a child I would definitely have loved the concept of this book— as an adult I love it even more! Why not encourage our children to see their job as a playful exploration of future careers? A fun read with great conversation potential for readers of any age!
As a child I would definitely have loved the concept of this book— as an adult I love it even more! Why not encourage our children to see their job as a playful exploration of future careers? A fun read with great conversation potential for readers of any age!
March 4, 2021
Love what you do!
Linking a career to play and enjoyment lays a great foundation for little ones! When children learn that work does not have to be drudgery, it sets them up for a life of meaning, fulfillment and contribution to society! Great message!
Linking a career to play and enjoyment lays a great foundation for little ones! When children learn that work does not have to be drudgery, it sets them up for a life of meaning, fulfillment and contribution to society! Great message!
March 4, 2021
Cute book describing a child’s work
I like the diversity in this book and the bright colors in the illustrations. Reading this with a child will spark their imagination in everyday play.
I like the diversity in this book and the bright colors in the illustrations. Reading this with a child will spark their imagination in everyday play.
March 5, 2021
Cute story
Play is a good book for young readers. I could see this also making a good story to read to the kids at night.
Play is a good book for young readers. I could see this also making a good story to read to the kids at night.
March 4, 2021
Fun story time book
Very charming book. The illustrations are cute. Fun story time book for children. I recommend adding it to your collection.
Very charming book. The illustrations are cute. Fun story time book for children. I recommend adding it to your collection.
March 4, 2021
Empowering and Inclusive
Play! has a positive message and gives children a script for their feelings. It's a great reminder for adults, as well.
Play! has a positive message and gives children a script for their feelings. It's a great reminder for adults, as well.
April 2, 2021
A beautiful story and important book for young children that support children's learning. It reflects on the importance of play. As an Early Childhood Educator, I like that it demonstrates how play serves developmental, and relational functions in simple words a child can understand.
I think this book is a must for every educator as it can help children better understand the meanings of expressive acts.
I think this book is a must for every educator as it can help children better understand the meanings of expressive acts.
March 13, 2021
So sweet and cute! The pretend game threw me back to my childhood days when I used to pretend to be a teacher. At this age unknowingly we already set our dreams.
It is a quick and good read which I enjoyed with my kids.
It is a quick and good read which I enjoyed with my kids.
May 22, 2021
I like it!
I like this short read for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade readers. The simplicity of the sentences provides the reader with great practice while not overwhelming them with complex sentences.
I like this short read for Kindergarten - 2nd Grade readers. The simplicity of the sentences provides the reader with great practice while not overwhelming them with complex sentences.
January 10, 2023
A child's play is work
Children are often dismissed to "just go play" but many children use their play time to pretend they're working a job. A great book to help bring confidence and awareness to child's play.
Children are often dismissed to "just go play" but many children use their play time to pretend they're working a job. A great book to help bring confidence and awareness to child's play.
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