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child language
child psychology
developmental psychology
developmental stages
early child development
early childhood
early childhood psychology
early childhood studies
early years
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- ISBN 9781036215767
- Weight: 590g
- Dimensions: 170 x 242mm
- Publication Date: 22 May 2026
- Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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This is the ideal textbook for anyone studying child development on an early years or early childhood degree, or education and psychology courses with a child development component.
Packed full of case studies and reflective questions that show how psychological concepts and theories influence the real world, it explores key topics including physical and emotional development, neurodivergence, attachment and the role of educational neuroscience.
Equipping you with the knowledge to excel on your course and empowering you for work in educational settings, it makes complex concepts accessible and supports inclusive learning by incorporating non-Western perspectives and diverse research, giving you an understanding of the interconnected ways children grow, learn and experience the world.
Packed full of case studies and reflective questions that show how psychological concepts and theories influence the real world, it explores key topics including physical and emotional development, neurodivergence, attachment and the role of educational neuroscience.
Equipping you with the knowledge to excel on your course and empowering you for work in educational settings, it makes complex concepts accessible and supports inclusive learning by incorporating non-Western perspectives and diverse research, giving you an understanding of the interconnected ways children grow, learn and experience the world.
Ioanna Palaiologou is an Associate Professor at the School of Education (Psychology in Education), University of Bristol. She is also a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society with specialism in child development and learning theories. Her research interests focus on ethics, child development, the role of digital technologies and implications on pedagogy. Cathryn Knight is an Associate Professor at the School of Education (Psychology in Education), University of Bristol. Her research focuses on inclusive education and Special Educational Needs. She is committed to advancing equity and inclusion in educational policy and practice.
