1. Introduction; 2. Imaginative play and adaptive development; 3. Play, toys, and language; 4. Educational toys, creative toys; 5. The war play debate: current issues; 6. War toys and aggressive play scenes: balanced aggression; 7. Sex differences in toy play and use of videogames; 8. Does play prepare the future?; 9. Play as healing.
Examines the role of toys and play in child development.
'This comprehensive book leaves the reader informed, satisfied and keen for more.' Times Higher Education Supplement
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