Child Development : A Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum Approach
Overview
Child Development (Second Edition) offers a clear, practical, and research-based introduction to how children grow, learn, and develop from birth through adolescence. Designed for college students, early childhood educators, childcare professionals, and anyone working with children and families, this book bridges developmental science with a developmentally appropriate curriculum approach that prepares readers for real-world practice.
Grounded in current research and aligned with best practices in early childhood education, this edition helps readers understand how physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language development unfold-and how thoughtful curriculum design can support each stage.
What You'll Learn in This BookHow children develop across all major domains from infancy through adolescence
How to apply developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) to curriculum planning
The roles of culture, family, and community in shaping children's learning
How theories from Piaget, Vygotsky, Erikson, and Bronfenbrenner inform teaching
Practical strategies for supporting attention, play, language, and socioemotional growth
Ways to design learning environments that nurture curiosity and independence
How to connect developmental milestones with classroom applications
Updated research across all developmental domains
Expanded cultural perspectives and family-centered approaches
Improved organization and smoother chapter flow
New visuals, examples, and real-world applications
Clearer links between theory, development, and curriculum design
Accessible, engaging, and ideal for both college courses and professional development, Child Development (2nd Edition) equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to understand children deeply and support their growth with confidence and care.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9798278083870
- ISBN-10: 9798278083870
- Publisher: Independently Published
- Publish Date: December 2025
- Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.87 inches
- Shipping Weight: 2.16 pounds
- Page Count: 426
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