A Very Unusual Journey Into Play

By Ben Kingston-Hughes

Book Overview

Why do children need play?

Play has the very real power to transform children's lives. It has a unique and profound impact on the neurological, emotional and physical development and wellbeing of children - from therapeutic play and overcoming anxiety, to positive behaviour, mental health and even life expectancy. This book brings together two hot topics - play and neuroscience - breaking them down in an accessible way and offering a new perspective and voice on the topic of play. Weaving theory and practical examples together, and based on over 30 years' experience of working with children, Ben presents a compelling argument that play is not merely an optional extra to childhood but a vital developmental process and one of the most important things a child ever does.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1529753457
• ISBN13: 9781529753455
• Release Date: September 2022
• Publisher: Corwin UK
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.7" x 9.6"