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Peer reviewedSaracho, Olivia N.; Spodek, Bernard – Journal of Education, 1995
Reviews the history of the portrayal of play in art and literature, and presents classical and contemporary theories of play and its use in early childhood education. Modern theories suggest that play can help children deal with their emotions and understand the physical and social world. (SLD)
Descriptors: Child Behavior, Children, Comprehension, Early Childhood Education
