The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Child Development

The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Child Development is an authoritative accessible and up-to-date account of all aspects of child development. Written by an international team of leading experts it adopts an interdisciplinary approach and covers everything from prenatal development to education pediatrics neuroscience theories and research methods to physical development social development cognitive development psychopathology and parenting. It also looks at cultural issues sex differences and the history of child development. The combination of comprehensive coverage clear jargon-free style and user-friendly format will ensure this book is essential reading for students researchers health care professionals social workers education professionals parents and anyone interested in the welfare of children. Features include: â Foreword by Jerome Bruner â Comprehensive coverage â Extensive glossary â Biographies of key figures â Companion website www. cambridge. org/hopkins â Clear user-friendly format. Language: English