NOTE: This is a Standalone Book.

For courses in Child Development which take a chronological approach

A balanced presentation of developmental theory, research, and applications

Child Development, Eighth Edition offers students a balanced, up-to-date overview of developmental theory and research with a focus on application to students' personal lives and future careers. Organized chronologically, the text features a variety of student-focused tools that make the study of development interesting and engaging. Author Robert Feldman's emphasis on practical, take-home information provides students with knowledge they can use during the course and beyond.