Play Matters, the groundbreaking FREE guide to champion the power of play in children aged 0 – 8, is finally out, and as supporters of the project, we couldn’t be more excited! 🎉

The Guide is a culmination of collaborative efforts from professionals across various disciplines, including education, psychology, health, and play therapy, and includes a foreword by celebrated author Michael Rosen.

What does the guide cover?

Each chapter offers insights and practical guidance on integrating play into various aspects of early childhood education and care and it features top experts in the field including Sue Cowley, Ruth Swailes, Dr Viki Veale, David Wright, Dr Angela Scollan, Dawn Wayne, Philippa Thompson, Tamsin Grimmer, Dr Karen Boardman, Dr Pam Jarvis and Dr Kate Renshaw. Chapters include:

Play and Joy
Playful Learning from Birth
The Playful Brain
Quality Play
Play and Technology
Play and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Physical Development, Outdoor Learning, and Play
Play in the Early Years Curriculum
Play in School-Based Environments
Play and Sustainability
Play, Love, and Nurture
Play Therapy
Challenging Play
The Future of Play

Who is it for?

The guide is FREE, and it’s for anyone who wants to promote the significance of play in early years settings! It’s to support you and your practice, but also to be shared with colleagues and families too – everyone can benefit from embracing play!

Get your copy of Play Matters

You can download the PDF version directly from Early Years Reviews website, or for those who prefer a physical copy, it is available for purchase for £15: