Your Child's Growing Mind: Brain Development and Learning From Birth to Adolescence
ISBN: 0767916158 Binding: Paperback Edition: 3 Author(s): Jane Healy Publisher: Three Rivers Press Number of Pages: 432
The classic guide to understanding childrens mental development is now updated and better than ever
Hailed by parents and educators Your Childs Growing Mind is a window into the fascinating process of brain development and learning It looks at the roots of emotion intelligence and creativity translating the most current scientific research into practical suggestions for parents and teachers
Dr Healy also addresses academic learning offering countless suggestions for how parents can help without pushing She explains the building blocks of reading writing spelling and mathematics and shows how to help youngsters of all ages develop motivation attention critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Using the science of childhood development she also examines todays hot issues including learning disabilities ADHD influences of electronic media and the hazards of forced early learning From infancy to adolescence this is the perfect guide to helping and enjoying a youngsters mental personal and academic growth
ISBN: 0205655025 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 5 Author(s): Robert S. Feldman Publisher: Prentice Hall Number of Pages: 552
For courses in Child Development taught Chronologically Courses may be in psychology education nursing social work or human development Most balanced presentation of the research and applications important to the field and students taking the course Introduces students to the theories research and applications of child and adolescent development Child Development 5e features a variety of student-focused tools that make the study of development interesting and engaging with an emphasis on practical take-home information that students can use now and in the future Looking for additional resources to help you understand the material and succeed in this course MyDevelopmentLab contains study tools such as flashcards self tests videos as well as MyVirtualChild which allows you to raise your own virtual child from birth through age 18 and monitor the results Want to learn more about MyVirtualChild Visit wwwmydevelopmentlabcom and click on the watch this video link to learn about MyVirtualChild MyDevelpmentLab with MyVirtualChild is available at wwwmydevelopmentlabcom
ISBN: 0073370630 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 12 Author(s): John Santrock Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages Number of Pages: 704
Thorough Accurate Reliable Engaging These are just a few of the words used by adopters and reviewers of John Santrocks Child Development Child Development is widely considered the most accurate and up-to-date topically-organized text in the field Used by hundreds of thousands of students over eleven editions its learning goals-driven learning system provides a clear roadmap to student understanding of the content The fully revised twelfth edition reinforces the highly contemporary tone and focus by featuring hundreds of new citations
Ages and Stages: A Parent's Guide to Normal Childhood Development
ISBN: 0471370878 Binding: Paperback Edition: 1 Author(s): Charles E. Schaefer, Theresa Foy DiGeronimo Publisher: Wiley Number of Pages: 232
A comprehensive parent's guide to your child's psychological development from birth through age 10 Written in an engaging practical style Ages and Stages offers you the benefits of the most current research on child development featuring helpful tips and techniques to foster your child's maturation Charles Schaefer and Theresa Foy DiGeronimo tell you what behaviors you can expect as your child grows and how you can help him or her to advance to the next level of development They include numerous examples stories and activities you can use immediately to positively influence your child's development The book's structure (divided into four stages of child development--birth to 18 months 18 to 36 months 36 months to age six and six to ten years) allows you to monitor your child's progress identify the reasons for emotional and psychological differences in siblings and even determine how your parenting strategies should change as your child grows Covers all five areas of psychological health--emotional cognitive friendshiprelationships personal growth and morality Filled with easy-to-follow Do's and Don'ts plus fun activities and exercises to encourage your child's development Helps you assess if and when your child may need professional intervention
Bright From the Start: The Simple, Science-Backed Way to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind fromBirth to Age 3
ISBN: 1592402852 Binding: Hardcover Edition: Author(s): Jill Stamm, Paula Spencer Publisher: Gotham Number of Pages: 368
A cutting-edge handbook for parents from a pioneer in infant brain development that bridges the gap between the most current neuroscience and practical parenting techniques Dr Jill Stamms daughter was born almost four months premature and doctors insisted she would never walk or talk Now thirty-two years later her daughter is living proof that nearly every babys brain has the potential to adapt and flourish given the right attention A leading authority in infant brain development she makes new remarkable findings accessible to everyone in Bright from the Start What babies need is as simple as A B C: ATTENTION: including how to increase a childs attention span and how to balance stimulation with down time BONDING: illustrating the importance of developing emotional attachment between a child and a consistent caregiverand why this is key to cognitive development COMMUNICATION: with breakthrough advice for tapping the correlation between verbal engagement with parents and higher IQ rates among children
She also discusses what kind of childcare environment to select why learning toys dont teach as much as you think why reading to a baby is critical and how you can help your child learn how to pay attention By working with Dr Stamms ABCs in Bright from the Start all parents can help to build a radiant future for their precious little ones
ISBN: 0073532088 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 13 Author(s): John Santrock Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages Number of Pages: 648
Thorough Accurate Reliable Engaging These are just a few of the words used by adopters and reviewers of John Santrocks Child Development A new Connections theme shows how it all fits together in the most accurate and up-to-date topically-organized text in the field Used by hundreds of thousands of students over twelve editions Santrock's proven learning system provides a clear roadmap to content mastery The fully revised thirteenth edition continues with Santrock's highly contemporary tone and focus featuring over 1000 new citations
Child Development, Third Edition: A Practitioner's Guide (Social Work Practice with Children and Families)
ISBN: 1606239090 Binding: Hardcover Edition: Third Edition Author(s): Douglas Davies Publisher: The Guilford Press Number of Pages: 494
This widely used practitioner resource and course text provides an engaging overview of developmental theory and research with a focus on what practitioners need to know The author explains how children's trajectories are shaped by transactions among early relationships brain development and the social environment Developmental processes of infancy toddlerhood the preschool years and middle childhood are described The book shows how children in each age range typically behave think and relate to others and what happens when development goes awry It demonstrates effective ways to apply developmental knowledge to clinical assessment and intervention Vivid case examples observation exercises and quick-reference tables facilitate learning
ISBN: 0205626629 Binding: Paperback Edition: 8 Author(s): Laura E. Berk Publisher: Prentice Hall Number of Pages: 432
This helpful study guide offers Chapter Summaries Learning Objectives Study Questions organized according to major headings in the text Suggested Student Readings Crossword Puzzles for mastering important terms and two multiple-choice Practice Tests per chapter
Einstein Never Used Flashcards: How Our Children Really Learn--and Why They Need to Play More and Memorize Less
ISBN: 1594860688 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Roberta Michnick Golinkoff, Kathy Hirsh-Pasek Ph.D., Diane Eyer Publisher: Rodale Books Number of Pages: 320
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In this book two highly credentialed child psychologists offer a compelling indictment of the growing trend toward accelerated learning It's a message that stressed-out parents are craving to hear: Letting tots learn through play is not only okay-it's better than drilling academics
Drawing on overwhelming scientific evidence from their own studies and the collective research results of child development experts and addressing the key areas of development-math reading verbal communication science self-awareness and social skills-the authors explain the process of learning from a child's point of view They then offer parents 40 age-appropriate games for creative play These simple fun--yet powerful exercises work as well or better than expensive high-tech gadgets to teach a child what his ever-active playful mind is craving to learn
ISBN: 141296850X Binding: Paperback Edition: 1 Author(s): Laura E. Levine, Joyce A. Munsch Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc Number of Pages: 704
Engage - Inspire - ActivateWithin each chapter of this innovative topical text the authors engage students by demonstrating the wide range of real-world applications of psychological research to child development In particular the distinctive Active Learning features incorporated throughout the book foster a dynamic and personal learning process for students The authors cover the latest topics shaping the field of child development-including a focus on neuroscience diversity and culture-without losing the interest of undergraduate students The pedagogical features in this text and the accompanying ancillaries package help students discover the excitement of studying child development enhance their learning and equip them with tools they can use long after the class ends Early Praise for Child Development: An Active Learning ApproachI really like the approachperspective of this book I like the idea of active learning to engage students in understanding development through the lens of scientific research -Amanda R Lipko The College at Brockport State University of New York
