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Work and Play in Early Childhood

Work and Play in Early Childhood

by Freya Jaffke (Author), Freya Jaffke (Author)

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    Illustrated 1996

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Synopsis

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.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
 Pages: 80
 Publisher: Floris Books
Published: 01 May 1996
ISBN 10: 0863152279
ISBN 13: 9780863152276

Media Reviews
'The book would probably be quite useful to somebody considering a Steiner education as an alternative to a conventional school, as it gives a good description of what goes on in their kindergartens.' -- Hilary Woolf, Education Otherwise, December 2003
Author Bio
Freya Jaffke was born in 1937. She worked at Reutlingen kindergarten in Germany for many years and now lectures throughout the world in teacher training colleges. She is the author of fourteen books and has sold over a quarter of a million copies worldwide.