Understanding babies and young children from conception to three : a guide for students, practitioners, and parents /

"What are the earliest influences on children's lives? Written to support early years' professionals, this fascinating book explores the pre and post-natal development of children from conception to three. It outlines the key aspects of progression during these vital years, discussing...

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Main Author: Macintyre, Christine, 1938-
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Routledge, 2011.
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Online Access: Full text (MFA users only)
ISBN:9780203806753
0203806751
9781136657580
1136657584
1283443368
9781283443364
Local Note:ProQuest Ebook Central
Table of Contents:
  • Understanding Babies and Young Children from Conception to Three; Copyright; Contents; List of figures; List of tables; Acknowledgements; Acronyms and abbreviations; Introduction; Chapter 1 The earliest development:from conception to birth; Chapter 2 Two key developmental processes
  • attachment and communication: Brain development, particularly in the early years; Chapter 3 The growing child: from toddlerhood to three years; Chapter 4 The importance of movement for enjoying living and learning; Chapter 5 The earliest learning; Chapter 6 The development of language; Conclusion.