'Part of the emotional appeal of Froebel is that he is keen to allow children to be children. He enforces their natural curiosity, the innocent joy and fun of play, the desire to learn and to be creative' - Councillor Marilyn MacLaren 'This is an important book. The close-knit ... Read moreFroebel network provides a marvellous example of how practitioners in the early years can be inspired by tradition without becoming old-fashioned. Froebel's principles and practices were radical for their time, and changed education forever: this book powerfully brings them up to the minute, reminding us of their continued relevance' - Julian Grenier, Early Years Adviser, Tower Hamlets 'If you would like to be inspired by tradition, without becoming 'old fashioned', and you believe in children truly being allowed to be children, then this terrific book full of fantastic Froebelian principles is just right for you!'Martine Horvath, Early Years Educator 'It's the perfect time to welcome this new book, with its strong emphasis on play and on the outdoors - both central to Froebel's philosophy and to children's well-being today' -Community Playthings 'The importance of this book was recognised when it won Nursery World's Staff Resources award earlier this year' - Nursery World Show Less