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McIntyre, Margaret – 1974
The important role of spontaneous play in preschool education programs is emphasized. At present too much emphasis is placed on structured learning activities and it's suggested that more "open spaces" be allowed for in a child's day. In spontaneous play, adequate space and time must be allotted for investigation and unhurried experience. Good…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Creative Development, Disadvantaged Youth, Educational Planning


