Play with a Purpose for Under-Sevens by E. M. Matterson

Make room for learning through imaginative play

Good Condition - Scuffed and marked covers with edge creasing and rubbed corners. Pages are clean, and the activity instructions remain readable with no obvious annotations.

E. M. Matterson explores the value of play in the lives of young children, showing how everyday activities can support curiosity, expression and growing independence. Intended for adults caring for children under seven, the book considers ways of providing experiences that have purpose without losing the freedom and enjoyment that make play meaningful. Creative activity, language, discovery and social experience are approached through the child's needs and interests, with attention to the adult's role in making a stimulating environment. The emphasis is on understanding what children gain from doing, experimenting and imagining. A classic early-years resource, it offers parents and educators a thoughtful perspective on the relationship between play, development and the practical organisation of children's activities.