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OverviewThis book is a complete guide to child development from birth to 16 years. Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject it will take you through all the perspectives on the subject, covering physical, cognitive, moral and behavioural aspects of a child's development. It covers key figures such as Piaget, Freud and Bowlby as well as looking at the work of more contemporary theorists. With case studies to give you practical understanding and illustrations to back up key points this book is the only guide you will ever need. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Carolyn MeggittPublisher: John Murray Press Imprint: Teach Yourself Dimensions: Width: 13.00cm , Height: 1.60cm , Length: 19.80cm Weight: 0.197kg ISBN: 9781444137996ISBN 10: 1444137999 Pages: 240 Publication Date: 25 May 2012 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of Contents: Chapter 1: A focus on early childhood : Chapter 2: Explaining child development: considering nature and nurture : Chapter 3: Explaining child development: from cognitive-developmental to socio-cultural perspectives : Chapter 4: Research as a source of information and ideas : Chapter 5: Social and emotional development: the foundation : Chapter 6: The importance of physical skills and movement : Chapter 7: Understanding and supporting children's communication : Chapter 8: Thinking and learning : Chapter 9: Children's behaviour: adults' reactions : Chapter 10: Children as part of a social and cultural communityReviews'Ideal for first-time parents... The content covers across ten comprehensive topics, each specific to your child's age, and aided by case studies and illustrations so you can easily pick up and understand the practical tips it offers.' -- Parents Magazine 20121101 Ideal for first-time parents... The content covers across ten comprehensive topics, each specific to your child's age, and aided by case studies and illustrations so you can easily pick up and understand the practical tips it offers. - Parents Magazine 'Ideal for first-time parents... The content covers across ten comprehensive topics, each specific to your child's age, and aided by case studies and illustrations so you can easily pick up and understand the practical tips it offers.' Parents Magazine Author InformationCarolyn Meggitt is a bestselling child care and development author and a fromer nurse, midwife and associate lectuer for the Open University. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |