The answer to (nearly) everything is PLAY: A treasure trove of ideas for supporting childhood development - Couverture souple

Taney, Anne Maree

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1923255487 ISBN 13 : 9781923255487

Editeur : Ultimate World Publishing, 2025

Synopsis

Feeling lost while waiting for your child’s specialist appointment?

You’re not alone. BUT you don’t have to wait to support your child’s development. You can start NOW. You know what they struggle with - and there are simple play-based strategies to support children to grow up strong.

To help you find what you are looking for, this book is organised in areas of development: the brain stem, the diencephalon and cerebellum, the limbic system and the cortex. Don’t let the technical names trouble you; the book is written in a playful and easy-to-read and understand style as Anne Maree is passionate about sharing knowledge in accessible ways,

The Answer to (Nearly) Everything is Play is a practical guide showing how everyday play activities can support your child’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. With over 100 simple, low-cost ideas, Anne Maree Taney helps you turn daily moments into opportunities for learning, connection, and growth.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Easy play-based activities that boost development at home or in centre-based care
• Strategies to strengthen connection and support emotional regulation
• A special chapter for pregnant mothers on early bonding and prenatal development
• Guidance on using free play and targeted play to support children who are facing developmental challenges

Empower your child’s growth and make every day a chance to learn, explore, and thrive.

This book is also designed for parents, educators or teachers who want to know more about play and how it supports healthy childhood development.

The book is written by a mental health professional who is passionate about developing brains and how we can support their growth.


Full colour throughout!

Ch 1: It is not just fun and games! The profound benefits of play in childhood and throughout life
Ch 2: Pregnant and playful Looking after you and creating a positive growing environment for baby
Ch 3: Connect the dots Play that supports the development of the brain stem
Ch 4: Catch me if you can! Play that supports the development of the cerebellum and diencephalon
Ch 5: Giggles and goosebumps Play that supports the development of the limbic system
Ch 6: Fact and fiction Play that supports the development of the cortex

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Ultimate World Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1923255487
• ISBN 13: 9781923255487
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 120
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg