Understanding Children's Development

by Peter K. Smith, Helen Cowie

This leading child development text has been widely acclaimed for its international coverage and its rigorous research-based approach. It begins by introducing the ways in which psychologists study developmental processes before going on to consider all major aspects of development, including biological, social, moral and cognitive components. For the fourth edition, the entire text has been updated to take account of recent developments in the field. Major revisions coverage of a range from theoretical perspectives - from evolutionary developmental psychology to social constructionist viewpointsa new chapter on prenatal development and birth extensive new material of developments in attachment theoryextended discussion of implications of the social contexts of learning for cognition and educationrecent perspectives on disadvantage Each chapter provides lucid discussion of the material, enlivened by the inclusion of revealing case studies, and ideas for classroom discussion. Throughout the text the practical and applied implications of developmental research are emphasised and discussed.

Genres: Psychology, Education, Textbooks, Parenting, Science

488 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1988

Reviews

[Thomas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Analysis and critique of the contemporary but influential theory of development by piaget and vygotksy was very useful

[Beth · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you are going to undertake a child psychology or teacher training course then you NEED this book.
It is honestly the 'bible' of children's development. it is basic so it doesn't tell you everything you need to know, that requires further reading. This book flies off the shelves at the university library because it is so in demand!

I would get myself a copy if I were you (and interested in children's development). It is definitely worth it!

[Melusine Parry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic!