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Download your copy of Play Matters!

date March 20, 2025

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:

Free Play Matters webinar

Come and hear Dr Aaron Bradbury share more information about Play Matters in our March webinar on Wednesday 26th March, 8-9pm.

Dr Aaron Bradbury – Play Matters!