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The role of play in human development

Title
The role of play in human development [electronic resource] / Anthony D. Pellegrini.
Author
Pellegrini, Anthony D.
Publication
New York : Oxford University Press, 2009.

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Description
1 online resource (ix, 278 p.) : ill.
Uniform Title
Role of play in human development (Online)
Alternative Title
Role of play in human development (Online)
Subject
  • Play > Psychological aspects
  • Play > Social aspects
  • Symbolic play
  • Child psychology
Bibliography (note)
  • Includes bibliographical references and index.
Access (note)
  • Access restricted to authorized users.
Contents
Play: what is it? -- Theories of play -- Play and behavioral plasticity -- Play in culture -- Functions of play -- Social play -- Children's use of objects in exploration, in play, and as tools -- Locomotor play -- Pretend play -- The role of games -- The role of play in education.
LCCN
2008051545
OCLC
ssj0000410115
Author
Pellegrini, Anthony D.
Title
The role of play in human development [electronic resource] / Anthony D. Pellegrini.
Imprint
New York : Oxford University Press, 2009.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Access
Access restricted to authorized users.
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Available onsite at NYPL
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