Let's Play!: 100 Popular Games for Children
By (Author) Shelalagh Mcgovern
Rockpool Publishing
Rockpool Publishing
1st August 2010
Australia
Children
Non Fiction
790
Paperback
176
Width 148mm, Height 210mm
There's nothing quite like playing a game. But for kids it's more than simply a way to let off steam and have a great time, it's also a valuable way to learn about their world and how to get along with the people in it. From babies onwards, children love to share in the excitement and fun, while also picking up new skills, such as working out how to deal with the consequences of making mistakes, or even bending the rules! LET'S PLAY! is a fun new book for parents which includes 100 fun games divided into age groups (5-6, 7-9 and 10-12 years); from Icebreakers and Introduction Games, to Chasing Games, Physical Games, the all-important quiet Indoor Games, Theatrical and Musical Games, as well as the classics we all know and love. All the games included can be played with children and adults and the main objective is to have fun! Filled with colour photos of children playing the games, and an easy to follow layout, LET'S PLAY! is an invaluable resource for mums, dads and families everywhere! Additional Information: *Easy to understand with over 250 colour photos *A cheap, healthy way to entertain the family *All games are tried and tested by the author who knows that they are a hit with children *Contains 100 games including; classic games, physical, theatrical & word *Game playing helps develop important social skills *Invaluable for children's birthdays and family get-togethers
Shelalagh McGovern is an aerial and physical theatre performer who has played many different types of games throughout her career and uses games when teaching children circus skills or when creating circus and aerial performances with professional physical theatre practitioners.