Sophisticated, articulate, and solidly based in research, this text provides a coherent and captivating introduction
to the multifaceted world of child development--its theories, its themes, and its contexts. The fifth edition features
the most current research and theoretical findings available, and includes the trademark vignettes about three
children whom students follow throughout the text. The text emphasizes diversity, a balance between research and
applications, and coverage of the latest developments within the discipline.