Work and Play in Early Childhood

by Freya Jaffke

Christian von Arnim (Translator) and Christian Arnim (Translator)

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Rhythm and repetition, together with example and imitation, are pillars on which early learning is based. Freya Jaffke applies these simple principles in practical and sensible ways.

She describes children's play in a Steiner-Waldorf kindergarten setting, and provides tried and tested advice on this important stage of development.

This book includes sections on Planning the day; Festivals; Rhythms; Materials; Educating the Will; Imagination; Spontaneous and Planned Play; Example and imitation of adults; Stages of development; From crawling to contrariness; Work and play; Craft and handicraft; Creating a protective environment; Hyperactive and inactive children.

  • ISBN10 0863152279
  • ISBN13 9780863152276
  • Publish Date 1 May 1996
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint Floris Books
  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 80
  • Language English