Author(s): Sandra Smidt

Early Childhood Education

What do we mean when we use the word 'play' in terms of learning and development? This book argues that all play is purposeful. The Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum focuses on play as the prime mode of learning; this thought-provoking book clarifies what is required of practitioners.

About the author:
Sandra Smidt is a retired educationalist, who now writes on aspects of early learning and development. Her most recent books include: Key Issues in Early Years Education (as editor); Introducing Vygotsky; Supporting Multilingual Learners in the Early Years and A Guide to Early Years Education, 3rd edition -- all published by Routledge.