{"product_id":"why-children-need-joy-the-fundamental-truth-about-childhood-9781529609790","title":"Why Children Need Joy: The fundamental truth about childhood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis book explores the importance of joy in childhood learning and development, using neuroscience and biochemistry to show how it is a key motivator for learning. It provides concrete strategies for increasing joy in children and highlights the damage that a decline in joy can cause. Suitable for anyone who works with children, it argues that joy is essential for their thriving and can help them to succeed in the post-pandemic world. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 184 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 22 December 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sage Publications Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis groundbreaking book delves into one of the most overlooked aspects of childhood: joy. By leveraging the latest advancements in neuroscience and biochemistry, the author demonstrates that joy is not just a fleeting emotion but a vital driver of learning and development throughout childhood. It reveals that ignoring joy can have catastrophic consequences, particularly in the aftermath of a pandemic. The book offers practical strategies for cultivating joy in children and emphasizes the profound impact it can have on their overall well-being. Whether you are a parent, educator, or professional working with children, this book makes a compelling case that joy is essential for all children and can play a pivotal role in their success. However, readers should be warned that the book may contain evil clowns, as the author humorously acknowledges the potential for joy to be found even in the most unexpected places.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 470g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 242 x 170 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781529609790\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Kingston-Hughes","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":45290246701306,"sku":"9781529609790","price":75.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1705685369424_book.jpg?v=1705822577","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/why-children-need-joy-the-fundamental-truth-about-childhood-9781529609790","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}