Introduction -- A Look at Youth Services in Public Libraries -- Philosophy of Play -- Promoting Open-Ended Play -- Structured vs. Unstructured -- Participatory Design -- Design Thinking -- Collaboration -- Playwork -- Importance of Stakeholders -- Assessment and Impact -- A Simple Look at Programming -- The Evolution of Simple Positive Play.
Summary:
"Here's a one-stop guide to help libraries with participatory design, open-ended play, and resources that contribute to an active learning environment for young children"-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.