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Child Development
A Practical Introduction

Second Edition
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March 2017 | 320 pages | SAGE Publications Ltd

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.

 
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

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For Students:

  • SAGE Journal Articles
  • Videos
  • Weblinks
  • Flashcards

An essential text book for first year students undertaking a degree in Early Years. The content is detailed and accessible covering child development in depth, one to certainly add to the reading list.

Mrs Amanda Crow
Sch of Education & Prof Development, Huddersfield University
August 25, 2017
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