Child development : a practical introduction /
Kevin Crowley.
- 2nd edition.
- x, 305 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Previous edition: 2014.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Chapter 1: Introduction to Child Development Chapter 2: Policy and Early Years Practice Chapter 3: Researching Child Development Chapter 4: Physical and Brain Development Chapter 5: Cognition and Memory Chapter 6: Disorders and Development Chapter 7: Health and Development Chapter 8: Emotional Development Chapter 9 Social Development Chapter 10: Language and Literacy Chapter 11: The Role of Play Chapter 12: The Role of the Adult.
Covering all the main areas of study and assuming no prior knowledge of the topic, this book takes the reader through the key elements of child development. Drawing on research, and referencing key theories in the field, it provides students with a comprehensive overview of the subject and its application to early years practice. Covering all the main areas of study and assuming no prior knowledge of the topic, this book takes the reader through the key elements of child development. Drawing on research, and referencing key theories in the field, it provides students with a comprehensive overview of the subject and its application to early years practice. Focusing on the earliest years (0-8), the new edition of this bestselling textbook continues to provide a comprehensive overview of the research, theory, and current practice in the field of child development. The new edition is fully up to date with current policy and legislation and now includes; New `Research boxes' in each chapter helping students link theory to practice Increased coverage on children's social and emotional development A brand new companion website including a selection of free SAGE Journal articles, annotated further readings, weblinks and useful online materials A clear and student friendly introduction to the field of child development, from a psychological approach.
College of Education Bachelor of Early Childhood Education