American journal of play

The decline of play and the rise of psychopathology in children and adolescents.

Peter B. Gray · 2011 · 421 citations

Education, Human Development, Psychology +14

The Elements of Play: Toward a Philosophy and a Definition of Play.

Scott G. Eberle · 2014 · 213 citations

Humanities, Performing Arts, Drama +8

Playful Learning and Montessori Education.

Angeline S. Lillard · 2013 · 194 citations

Education, Early Childhood Education, Teaching +8

The Function of Play in the Development of the Social Brain.

Sergio M. Pellis, Vivien C. Pellis, Heather C. Bell · 2010 · 170 citations

Life Sciences, Neuroscience, Psychology +12

Play as a Foundation for Hunter-Gatherer Social Existence.

Peter B. Gray · 2009 · 169 citations

Social Sciences, Anthropology, Culture +13