Constituting play connection with very young children: Adults active participation in play
Pursi, A., Lipponen, L.
· 2020
★ NIFPlay Rating: 4
Rating Scale
10 Rigorous play-specific science
6–9 General biological science
5 Sound play research (uncontrolled)
1–4 Less rigorous / indirect
0 Indirect but high value
Qualitative study examining how early childhood educators actively participate in play with infants and toddlers, analyzing how adult presence and action constitute playful connection.
