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The Origin of Peer Relationship Difficulties in Early Childhood and their Impact on Children’s Psychosocial Adjustment and Development
Introduction Peer relationships are thought to play an important role in children’s development.1–3 They offer unique opportunities for getting acquainted with the social norms and processes...
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Risky play and mental health
Introduction There is growing concern about the mental health of children and young people. Parents and those teaching and caring for children increasingly recognise that a significant proportion...
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Building Capacity to Support Outdoor Play in Early Childhood Education
IntroductionChildren’s play experiences in outdoor environments are increasingly recognized as essential for their healthy development and well-being.1,2,3,4 Universal system reviews indicate that...
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Active Outdoor Play
IntroductionPlay is a fundamental part of childhood and is typically defined as a spontaneous, enjoyable, and self-directed activity with no external goal.1 Active play is one main type of play.1...
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Young Children’s Outdoor Play-Based Learning
IntroductionIn this chapter, we consider current thinking about young children’s learning when they engage in outdoor play. The role of the teacher, parent and/or caregiver (hereafter ‘adult’)...