Mother Play is a collection of games and activities designed by Friedrich Fröbel to promote the cognitive, physical, and social development of young children. In this book, Fröbel's original text is presented alongside commentary by one of his contemporaries. This edition allows readers to gain a deeper understanding of the philosophy and pedagogy of the kindergarten movement.

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