The House of Make-Believe Children's Play and the Developing Imagination

Author/creator Singer, Dorothy G. Author
Other author Singer, Jerome L. As told to
Format Electronic
Publication InfoCambridge : Harvard University Press
Description352 p. ill 09.250 x 06.000 in.
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Summary Annotation <p>In the most thorough attempt to cover all aspects of children's make-believe, Dorothy and Jerome Singer examine how imaginative play begins and develops, from the infant's first smiles to the toddler's engagement in social pretend play. They provide intriguing examples and research evidence on the young child's invocation of imaginary friends, the adolescent's daring, rule-governed games, and the adult's private imagery and inner thought. In chapters that will be important to parents and policymakers, the authors discuss television and the imagination, the healing function of play, and the effects of playfulness and creativity throughout the life span.</p>
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LCCN 90035503
ISBN9780674408753
ISBN0674408756 (Perfect) Active Record
Standard identifier# 9780674408753
Stock number00011705

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