This comprehensive and accessible book introduces child development in the first three years of life. Organized chronologically, the book explores three developmental stages-newborn (birth-3 months), infant (4-17 months), and child (18-36 months) -covering physical, perceptual, cognitive, language, emotional, and social development at each stage. The book sets this fundamental information in theories of development, contexts of development, research methods in

development, and the implications for social policies, applications, and interventions.
Key issues such as the interplay between nature and nurture and interrelations among the several domains of development, are seamlessly integrated throughout. Emphasizing the early years as a unique and critical phase of life, the book features user-friendly elements like boxes that focus on How Do We Know This? and Applications. Presented in full colour, the book also defines key terms in a Glossary and presents suggested readings.

Authored by world-renowned experts in child development, this essential edition is ideal for undergraduate courses in psychology, education, child development, nursing, and social work. It also serves as a valuable resource for professionals in early childhood development and education.

About the Author

Martha E. Arterberry is the Clara C. Piper Professor of Psychology at Colby College, Maine. She conducts research in infant perception and cognition and 3- to 5-year-old children's event memory. She is the Editor-in-Chief of Infant Behavior and Development.

Marc H. Bornstein holds professional appointments with the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (Bethesda), Institute for Fiscal Studies (London), and UNICEF (NYC). He edits Parenting: Science and Practice and the Handbook of Parenting. Bornstein has published in experimental, developmental, and cultural science as well as neuroscience, pediatrics, and aesthetics.

Reviews

"This book's thoroughness and insightful exploration of child development is groundbreaking and exciting. The clear, engaging writing and comprehensive coverage make it an indispensable resource for students and professionals alike."

Valeska Y. Rivera, Student, California State University, Sacrament, USA

"As a detailed exploration of early childhood development, 'A Chronological Approach to Early Childhood Development' offers invaluable insights into the intricate processes that shape human growth from conception through childhood. Its rigorous integration of current research with practical examples makes it an essential resource for students and practitioners alike in developmental psychology and related fields."

Tatiana M. Twiss, CHAD Senior Student, California State University, USA

Book Information
ISBN 9781032464411
Author Martha E. Arterberry
Format Paperback
Page Count 328
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g