Introduction to Child Development 3ed

An Introduction to Child Development, Third Edition provides undergraduate students in psychology and other disciplines with a comprehensive survey of the main areas of child development, from infancy through to adolescence, in a readily accessible format. It equips students with an appreciation of the critical issues, while providing balanced coverage of topics that represent both classic and cutting edge work in this vast and fascinating field. The new edition has been fully updated and features: * A new, vibrant full-colour design * Topical research examples from current literature in psychology, education, nursing and medicine * New and expanded sections covering key contemporary issues in cognitive, emotional and social development, among other areas * New features such as 'Points for Reflection' boxes, designed to encourage the reader to reflect on how their own experiences relate to the materials explored in the chapters * Access to an enhanced SAGE Edge companion website which features online readings, Powerpoint Slides, 'Test Yourself' questions and much more (https://edge.sagepub.com/Keenan3e).
This popular textbook is essential reading for undergraduate students taking an introductory course in child or developmental psychology, education, childhood studies and related disciplines.