| Developmental Psychology: A Reader Contributor(s): David Messer, David (Author), Messer, David (Editor), Dockrell, Julie (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0340705620 ISBN-13: 9780340705629 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $47.45 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 1998 Annotation: This is a lively and stimulating resource for all students of child development. The book begins with an overview of the field, placing the subsequent readings in context within the discipline. It includes classic essays and important recent research, divided into six sections which reflect the major areas of study in developmental psychology: starting off in life; language and communication; cognition and representation; literacy and numeracy; others and their influence; and towards adulthood. In addition the editors have provided suggestions for using the reader and for developing related study skills. Ideal for students in developmental psychology, the book will also interest students in education, social work, and health professions. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Developmental - Child |
| Dewey: 155 |
| LCCN: 98016494 |
| Physical Information: 1.2" H x 6.27" W x 9.25" (1.61 lbs) 416 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This is a lively and stimulating resource for all students of child development. The book begins with an overview of the field, placing the subsequent readings in context within the discipline. It includes classic essays and important recent research, divided into six sections which reflect the major areas of study in developmental psychology: starting off in life; language and communication; cognition and representation; literacy and numeracy; others and their influence; and towards adulthood. In addition the editors have provided suggestions for using the reader and for developing related study skills. Ideal for students in developmental psychology, the book will also interest students in education, social work, and health professions. |