Young Children’s Play and Creativity: Multiple Voices

Part II is authored by Early Childhood professionals and reveals how practitioners have responded to the issues surrounding play and creativity. Bringing together a wide range of perspectives from the UK and internationally, it focuses on the level of engagement and exploration involved in children’s play and how it can be facilitated in different contexts and cultures. This new reader aims to challenge thinking, promote reflection and stimulate further discussion by bringing together re

John Parry is a Lecturer in Education at The Open University, where he has written and chaired courses on inclusion, primary and early years practice. Natalie Canning is a Senior Lecturer in Education, Early Years at The Open University. Gill Goodliff is a Senior Lecturer in Education and Programme Leader for Early Years at The Open University. She has a background in social work with young children and families,

She represents The Open University at the Early Childhood Studies Degree Network. He has a background of extensive work experience in the early years sector, primarily as a teacher and co-ordinator of educational support services for pre-school children.Linda Miller is Emeritus Professor, Early Years at The Open University. About the AuthorGill Goodliff is a Senior Lecturer in Education and Programme Leader for Early Years at The Open University. John Parry is a Lecturer in Education at The Open University, where he has written and chaired courses on inclusion, primary and early years practice. She has a background in social work with young children and families, primarily in the voluntary sector, and has extensive experience of teaching practitione