Infancy

Name: Infancy
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PTY Ltd
SKU: 9781538167267
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Development from Birth to Age Three

By Dana Gross

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Infancy by Dana Gross delves into the remarkable journey of human development from birth through the first years of life. It intertwines philosophical and psychological perspectives to explore how the early experiences shape the mind and behaviours of infants. The book presents a rich blend of theoretical insights and practical observations, making it a fascinating read for those interested in understanding the foundational stages of human growth.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the developmental stages of early childhood and the psychological insights into how infants grow and learn. It's perfect for anyone interested in exploring the blend of philosophy and psychology related to the earliest stages of human life, offering a comprehensive look at theories and practical observations in the field.

Infancy

This comprehensive, accessible, market-leading infant development (prenatal-age 3) core text for infant and early childhood development weaves together research, theory, and current issues of diversity of culture for students seeking to engage in the lives of our youngest children with understanding and compassion.

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The fourth edition of Infancy is a comprehensive and accessible core text for courses in infant development and early childhood development. Dana Gross’s sensitive and engaging teaching voice seamlessly weaves together research and theory with current issues of diversity and culture.

This resource provides students with enough detail to understand methodological issues, explore both practically and theoretically important topics, and engage in thinking critically about development from birth to age three.

Each chapter of this newest edition has updated coverage and instructor-friendly materials, including:

Diversity, equity, and inclusion topics and perspectives
Research practices
New technologies
Mental health in child development
The role and impact of family connections

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The book Infancy by Dana Gross receives praise for its comprehensive and accessible approach to infant development, capturing the rapid changes from birth to age three. Reviewers highlight the effective organisation and clarity of writing, noting its integration of major research studies into an easily digestible format. It covers theoretical frameworks, developmental domains, and the influences of culture and policy, making it a valuable resource for both undergraduate and graduate courses. The text is commended for being adaptable to a range of teaching needs and providing solid research-based foundations for understanding early childhood development.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781538167267

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Edition: 4th edition

Illustration: 9 b/w illustrations; 72 b/w photos; 37 tables; 29 textboxes

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 217.0mm

Height: 272.0mm

Weight: 1139g

Pages: 414

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Dana Gross Education & Reference Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology

About the Author

Dana Gross is professor of psychology at St. Olaf College, where she teaches infant development and developmental psychology and leads short-term study-abroad programs. She has been a faculty member at St. Olaf since 1988. In teaching, research, and scholarship, she emphasizes the interplay of nature and nurture, contextual variations development, practical applications of research findings, ethical community engagement, and policy considerations. She has developed short-term study abroad courses in India, China, and Norway, as well as student assignments to promote global learning in her on-campus courses.