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The Case For Make-Believe: Saving Play in a Commercialized World


Book Description
Building on the success of her previous book, Consuming Kids, Linn argues that children more than ever need the time, space, and tools essential for creative play. In modern America, creative play is under siege since it is seen as a threat to corporate profits. At the heart of the book are gripping stories of children at home, at school, and in a therapist's office, using make-believe t... More
Book Information
PublisherNew Press
BindingHardcover (6 editions)
Reading LevelUncategorized
# of Pages258
ISBN-10B0085SKMAM
Publication Date04/01/2008
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About Susan Linn (Author) : Susan Linn is a published author of children's books. Published credits of Susan Linn include The Case For Make-Believe: Saving Play in a Commercialized World and Consuming Kids: Protecting Our Childr... more
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9/2/2009 D. Murdoch tagged as: I recommend

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