Child Development for Early Childhood Studies

This guide to child development is aimed at students on Early  Childhood Studies and Early Years courses. The text begins by examining the context of early childhood today and goes on to look at children's development in detail, including comprehensive development charts for reference. The book makes essential links between theory and practice, helping the reader understand how to apply their learning in a real-life setting. Case studies and activities are included to help make the subject accessible to all readers.