This course will provide students with an in-depth understanding of play at various ages, as well as provide guidance in planning and understanding the use of developmentally appropriate practices, activities and materials from infancy through adolescence. A strong emphasis on play as an essential element of development, theories of play, guided play and play development will be incorporated into this course. Prereq: HDFS 320 and HDFS 330. Co-req: HDFS 340.