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This book provides all the necessary information required to create an exciting movement programme for minimal cost. It features effective, classroom tested activities that use commonly available materials for equipment and a minimum of space. This inclusive approach facilitates teaching of movement and fitness skills and concepts, whilst remaining within a structured budget. This practical book provides activities that provide a wealth of developmentally appropriate tools for developing physical, social and intellectual abilities in all children. Whether used in a school, child care or recreational setting, Purposeful Play offers a wealth of activities and tips for a successful and engaging physical activity programme.

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Renee M. McCall, MSEd, directs the adapted physical education department for the early education programme in the North Syracuse, US school district. She works daily with children in an inclusive preschool environment. McCall is a stimulating lecturer, workshop leader and enthusiastic expert on how to conduct a quality preschool movement programme. She has written articles on preschool movement for the Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (JOPERD) and Teaching Elementary Physical Education journal. Diane H. Craft, PhD, is a professor in the department of physical education at State University of New York (SUNY) at Cortland. She teaches adapted physical education and supervises physical education instruction to people with disabilities. Dr. Craft is president of the National Consortium of Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities (NCPERID). She is a frequent lecturer and workshop leader and a widely recognised figure in adapted physical education.

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