An Introduction to Child Development

by G . C . Davenport (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  1992

  $3.27

• Used

  Paperback
  1997

  $3.27

  An Introduction to Child Development has established itself as the most popular and useful text available on child development. In a comprehensive coverage of the subject, the book explores all areas of child development, from the theories of Piaget and Freud to a discussion of the nature of intelligence and the effects of the media on aggression in children. This book features: * background readings illustrating key points * examination style questions * summary boxes * end of topic reviews * marginal comments, questions and activities * a user-friendly, no nonsense approach An Introduction to Child Development is widely used by students of GCSE Psychology, and as an introductory text to child development, nursery nursing, and some BTEC and vocational A level courses. It is also valuable to people working with children and interested parents.