A unique companion to professional play practice! All play professionals are united in their belief that play is important for children’s development – and

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The go-to textbook for everything you need to know about play! Covering ages 0-8, this book explores what play is, why it matters and where and how play happens

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An examination of subversive games like The Sims—games designed for political, aesthetic, and social critique. For many players, games are entertainment, dive