Understanding Child Development (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781305501034)

UNDERSTANDING CHILD DEVELOPMENT, 10th Edition, introduces you to the unique qualities of young children from infants to age eight, and demonstrates how to work with each child in ways that correspond with their developmental level, and their social and cultural environment. Learning theories and research are included, as is information about the importance of play and technology in a young child's learning process. Learning objectives and specific NAEYC Program Standards, Accreditation Criteria, and Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) are highlighted at the beginning of each chapter. Other topics covered include readiness, assessment, working with children and families from diverse cultures, working with children with special needs, and the early stages of reading, writing, and general cognitive development. Throughout the text, real-life examples and anecdotes bring theory and research to life

Author: Rosalind Charlesworth
ISBN-10: 1305501039
ISBN-13: 9781305501034
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Language: English
Published: 01/01/2016
Pages: 560
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.50lbs
Size: 10.70h x 8.50w x 0.90d