Learning to be a writer: why play really matters

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Smith, K. and Jackson, K. 2018. Learning to be a writer: why play really matters. Early Years Educator. 20 (4), pp. 28-30.
AuthorsSmith, K. and Jackson, K.
KeywordsPlay; Early years; Mark-making; Adult role
Year2018
JournalEarly Years Educator
Journal citation20 (4), pp. 28-30
ISSN1465-931X
Official URLhttps://doi.org/10.12968/eyed.2018.20.4.28
FunderThe Froebel Trust
Publication dates
Online02 Jul 2018
Print02 Aug 2018
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Deposited27 Apr 2020
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