Free Journal
- American Journal of Play
An interdisciplinary publication that examines the role of play in human learning. Online access to current and past issues is FREE via the journal's website.
Books
Homo Ludens by Call Number: CB151.H815 1955ISBN: 9780807046814Publication Date: 1971-06-01This quintessential book by Johan Huizinga on the nature of human play examines the meaning and structure of play. Chicago Public Library collection: Harold Washington 6th Floor Reference. In-library use only.
Play Matters by Call Number: BF717.S49 2014ISBN: 9780262027922Publication Date: 2014-08-01Sicart analyzes play as "a mode of being human" and gets into the theory of play as a basic part of reality. This text is useful for understanding why humans play and why it matters.
Play by Call Number: BF717.B76 2009ISBN: 9781583333334Publication Date: 2009-03-05Dr. Brown has spent his career (physician, psychiatrist) studying the importance of play in the lives of humans. In this book he illustrates how play helps with brain development and promotes empathy.
Subscription Journal
- International Journal of PlayAn interdisciplinary journal that examines play theory, policy, and practice in various cultural settings, institutions, and communities across the world. (Subscription required.)