Developmental Support for Sick Children through Play in Japan’s ECEC System: A Comparison with Hospital Play Specialists

Early childhood education and care (ECEC) workers and hospital play specialists (HPSs) share a role in supporting the development of sick children through play while respecting their autonomy. On the other hand, in supporting children’s play, managing their anxiety, and making environmenta...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Narumi Kihara, Tomoko Yamamoto
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-09-01
Series:Children
Subjects:
HPS
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/5/10/133