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Pramling-Samuelsson, I., Fleer, M. (2009). Commonalities and Distinctions Across Countries. In: Pramling-Samuelsson, I., Fleer, M. (eds) Play and Learning in Early Childhood Settings. International Perspectives on Early Childhood Education and Development, vol 1. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4020-8498-0_9
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