A guide for teachers about the importance of planning learning experiences that integrate child-centered play with rich content-based instruction.

Introduction Marie Masterson"The Case of Brain Science and Guided Play: A Developing Story" B. Hassinger-Das, K. Hirsh-Pasek, R.M. Golinkoff"Engaging and Enriching: The Key to Developmentally Appropriate Academic Rigor" S. Riley-Ayers, A. Figueras-Daniel"Observing, Planning, Guiding: How an Intentional Teacher Meets Standards Through Play" P. McDonald"Talking with Parents About Play and Learning" Laurel BongiornoPart 2 "'There's a Story in My Picture!'" Connecting Art, Literacy, and Drama Through Storytelling in a Kindergarten Classroom" B. Ripstein"More Than a Foundation: Young Children Are Capable STEM Learners" E. McClure"Supporting Language: Culturally Rich Dramatic Play" I. Salinas-Gonzalez, M.G. Arreguin-Anderson, I. Alanis"Playful Math Instruction in the Context of Standards and Accountability" D. Stipek"Positive Early Math Experiences for African American Boys: Nurturing the Next Generation of STEM Majors" D.B. Davis & D.C. Farran"Preschoolers Play with Bamboo" C. Ward