2nd Edition

Play for Children with Special Needs Supporting children with learning differences, 3-9

By Christine Macintyre Copyright 2010
150 Pages 28 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

152 Pages 28 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

152 Pages 28 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

There are many more children with learning differences and difficulties in our schools today.  Their needs are varied and complex and professionals must find appropriate ways to enhance their learning. The value of play is endorsed in policy initiatives including The Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, so professionals can be reassured that ‘more time to play’ is in line with the latest... Read more

@contents: Selected Contents:  Foreword  Introduction  Chapter 1 The ambience of the setting: A plea for time and calm  Chapter 2 The essence of play  Chapter 3 Early Indicators of Special Educational Needs  Chapter 4 Analysing and adapting play opportunities  Chapter 5 Understanding the learning process as children play  Appendices

Biography

Dr Christine Macintyre is an educational consultant and prolific author, formerly at the Moray House School of Education, Edinburgh University.

'This fully revised second edition emphasises the importance of creating an environment where children become confident, independent learners, increasingly able to use their imaginations, care for others and to take safe risks.' - Nursery World