Child Development From Birth to 8 Years

An Interdisciplinary Approach

Amanda Thomas author Alyson Lewis author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd

Published:19th Dec '22

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Child Development From Birth to 8 Years cover

An understanding of Child Development is necessary for early childhood students as it underpins all early year’s practice and curricula. This book provides students with an in-depth understanding of the research, theory and current practice, supporting them through a complex area. Offering a fresh take, this book examines child development through a range of disciplines including psychology, education, sociology, anthropology and philosophy. Chapters are structured to support readers in understanding complex theory, with key features such as case studies which put theory into practice, reflective questions to encourage critical thinking, chapter summaries, further reading, and more.

Amanda Thomas is Senior Lecturer in Education at University of South Wales.

Alyson Lewis is Lecturer in Education Development at Cardiff University.

Really stimulating book - Thorough and in depth coverage makes this a vital text for students -- Dr Julie Brierley * drupal *
I liked the interdisciplinary stand point that often gets overlooked. -- Dr Kathryn Peckham * drupal *
Through a multi-dimensional lens, this book is highly original, as it goes above and beyond the usual theories of children′s development. For everyone in the early years arena, the content provides an holistic discourse across a breadth of disciplines, to develop our understanding of the holistic nature of children′s learning and development. An easy, comprehensive and engaging read. -- Miss Helen Young * drupal *
The design of this book is ideal for undergraduate students and early years professionals alike. Each chapter is structured in a simple method, with key features of knowledge, case studies, reflective questions, summary and end-of-chapter question. This consistent approach provides a thorough and comprehensive overview, that embeds knowledge and understanding through an interdisciplinary lens. Excellent coverage of child development, easy to navigate, and engaging to read. -- Miss Helen Young * drupal *
This is an essential book for anyone studying or working with young children. The book is organised through a range of disciplines that explores complex theory to practice. The challenge of discourse is woven throughout providing contemporary thinking. Excellent, forward thinking and informative. -- Mrs Carly Blackburn * drupal *
An updated and alternative approach to child development which provides students with a fresh angle and perspective on EY. -- Mrs Dominique Powell * drupal *
This text gives a new perspective on child development to show a more inter-disciplinary approach - vital for those aiming for a career with children and families. -- Mrs Rachel Strisino * drupal *

ISBN: 9781529742596

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 520g

296 pages