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by Fretta Reitzes (Author), Beth Teitelman (Author), Lois Alter Mark (Author) "ighs and lows are all part of the natural land of everyday life with young children..." (more)
Key Phrases: funny bunny, play dough, collage materials, London Bridge, Rainy Day Box
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For children, anytime is playtime. "Wonderplay" is a parent's guide to active child's play. With more than 200 activities--games, craft projects, cooking, music, dancing, and more--this wonderful book offers many ways to have fun with children and encourage them to learn and grow.

About the Author
The 92nd St. Y Parenting Center in New York City is a renowned community and cultural center that has provided outstanding programs for families for more than 60 years. Fretta Reitzes has been instrumental in developing the 92nd Street Y’s extensive and innovative programs for children and families. She lives in Manhattan. The 92nd St. Y Parenting Center in New York City is a renowned community and cultural center that has provided outstanding programs for families for more than 60 years. Beth Teitelman has been instrumental in developing the 92nd Street Y’s extensive and innovative programs for children and families. She lives in Manhattan.

Product Details

  • Reading level: Baby-Preschool
  • Paperback: 120 pages
  • Publisher: Running Press (April 12, 1995)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1561385751
  • ISBN-13: 978-1561385751
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 7.8 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #225,756 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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87 of 89 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The ONLY book you'll need!!, May 20, 2001
By "kiminca" (California) - See all my reviews
As a first time parent I bought *every* book out there that was labeled "interactive and "developmental" - I could've saved all my time and money had I just discovered "Wonderplay" first!

It is by far THE BEST book out there! It's ideas come from a Parenting Center in New York which is what sets this book apart from others - these authors know FIRST HAND that these ideas WORK!

The layout is great - starts with play with Children of All Ages, moves to Birth to Six Months, Six to Twelve Months, One-Year-Olds, Two-Year-Olds and lastly Three-Year-Olds. The ideas that they list are all age appropriate, quick, easy and inexpensive!

A MUST HAVE FOR FIRST TIME PARENTS!!

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42 of 42 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The best children's activity book I've ever seen., September 5, 1999
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First of all, it starts with six-month-old babies with activities they can really do and benefit from. Second, it uses stuff that you really do have around the house, like pillows and blankets. I go mad with frustration when I have my 3-year-old all geared up for a great project and then realize that the seventh thing on the "You Need" list is a styrofoam vegetable tray that I don't have. This never happens with Wonderplay, because the activities are elegantly simply -- and inexpensive! And they really do foster creativity--my child's, not mine!
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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Lots of Ideas & Fun For little ones!, April 13, 2000
By Mom of Four "aishy" (TX United States) - See all my reviews
I recently bought this book to find new games to play with my 16 month old son, as an alternative to TV. It has been wonderful! Not only do we use the one year old section, sometimes I find things in the sections for younger or older children as well. I am looking forward to the arrival of my second child in October so I can try some of the activities for infants with him/her.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Nothing you don't already know
Although I've pulled a handful or original ideas from this book, overall it's nothing I didn't know already. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Courtney Sikora

1.0 out of 5 stars This book is not what i expected
From most of the reviews, I thought that I would be able to get some fun ideas to try out with my son. But all it has is LAME games and songs we already know. WASTE OF MONEY!
Published 16 months ago by D. Porter

5.0 out of 5 stars Great ideas for first time parents
This book is a treasure of ideas for new parents or childcare providers. If you don't remember the words to all those nursery rhymes, forgotten everything that can be done with a... Read more
Published 17 months ago by S. Levy-Brightman

3.0 out of 5 stars BonTon
Gave as a gift and have no idea what they thought of it. Seemed like it had some good ideas.
Published 17 months ago by Bonton

1.0 out of 5 stars not all that creative
I have to agree with some other reviews, that it wasn't all that creative. I was hoping for more inventive ways to have fun with my toddler, but was sadly disappointed... Read more
Published 18 months ago by S. Petersen

2.0 out of 5 stars Pretty but empty of substance
This is a great book to look at. It scream's GIFT ME! But if you look inside this book, you will find that you could do better with any number of game and craft resources. Read more
Published 21 months ago by KAR

4.0 out of 5 stars Neat book!
I like this book for the simple fact that once you've tried everything you can think of to entertain your toddler, ALAS, comes this book through the mail. Read more
Published on February 2, 2007 by S. Zakar

2.0 out of 5 stars a little disappointing
i really decided to buy this book because i wanted to find some activities i could do with my child that would help his development. Read more
Published on January 11, 2007 by John Mckellep

5.0 out of 5 stars A staple if you have children
Engaging activities--simple and creative. Years of fun, playing, exploring, and learning. Easy to understand and do. Read more
Published on December 23, 2006 by Maven Books

5.0 out of 5 stars A great resource idea book!
I get a TON of ideas from Wonderplay by Fretta Reitzes. I'm a home daycare provider and I'm always looking for ideas to do with my daycare kids. Read more
Published on September 27, 2005 by D. Lane

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