Developmental Profiles Pre-birth through Twelve

by Allen, K. Eileen; Marotz, Lynn

• ISBN13: 9780766837652
• ISBN10: 0766837653
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-08-05
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing

Summary

Designed to help readers comprehend the complexity of child development, this edition of Developmental Profiles: Pre-birth through Twelve, 4E outlines major characteristics for each of the developmental domains in a concise, non-technical, point-by-point format. Coverage of developmental profiles has been expanded to include middle childhood, and content has been updated to reflect current information about prenatal care and brain research. A new feature identifying important safety considerations at each developmental stage is given along with suggestions for appropriate adult supervision. Each chapters offers objectives, key terms, and case studies, and each section includes tips for promoting children's curiosity and learning. Web resources provide relevant information to chapter topics for further consideration of child development.

Table of Contents

Preface	v
Introduction	ix
Acknowledgments	xv
About the Authors	xviii
Principal Concepts in Child Development	1	(18)
Growth and Development	19	(14)
Prenatal Development	33	(16)
Infancy	49	(38)
Toddlerhood	87	(22)
Early Childhood: Three-, Four-, and Five-Year Olds	109	(30)
Early Childhood: Six-, Seven-, and Eight-Year Olds	139	(28)
Middle Childhood: Nine-, Ten-, Eleven-, and Twelve-Year Olds	167	(20)
When and Where to Seek Help	187	(16)
Appendix 1 Summary of Reflexes	203	(2)
Appendix 2 Recommended Immunization Schedule	205	(2)
Appendix 3 Developmental Checklists	207	(12)
Appendix 4 Child Health History	219	(6)
Appendix 5 Assessment Instruments	225	(4)
Appendix 6 Resources for Families and Professionals	229	(6)
Appendix 7 Federal Legislation Related to Children and Families	235	(2)
Appendix 8 Annotated Bibliography and References	237	(8)
Glossary	245	(4)
Index	249