 
Playtime is focused, purposeful, and full of learning. As they play, children master motor development, learn language and social skills, think creatively, and make cognitive leaps. This (un)curriculum is all about fostering children's play, trusting children as capable and engaged learners, and leaving behind boxed curriculums and prescribed activities. Filled with information on the guiding principles that make up an (un)curriculum, learning experience ideas, and suggestions for building strong emotional and engaging physical environments, Let Them Play provides support to those who believe in the learning power of play. Age Focus: 2-6. Softbound.
Reviews
Review by: Peter Gray, Research Professor, Department of Psychology, Boston College - January 19, 2012
This book -- like the child care centers on which it is based -- is fun, funny, playful, and a great place to learn. What I like best is Jeff's and Denita's insight that little kids are in many ways like us bigger kids. They hate advice or help that they didn't ask for and don't need; they hate to be micromanaged; they love to make their own discoveries and solve their own problems; they are a lot more competent than most people think they are; and they learn best when they can chart their own learning paths. I recommend this book not just to early childhood professionals, but to all new parents as well. It will help you enjoy your kids, rather than worry about them.
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