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Early Childhood Development: A Multicultural Perspective (2nd Edition)

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Even though THE DEVELOPING CHILD (by Bee & Roberts Boyd) or Roz Charlesworth's CHILD DEVELOPMENT may off a little more thoroughness espeically in the infant/toddler area, Trawick-Smith's book will give you plenty of insight on Erikson, Piaget, Vygotsky, and the other big names of early child development.

It doubles pretty well as a learning theories book aimed squarely at early childhood professionals, but I found myself wanting a little more explanation for each theory. He covers all of the concepts, but he somewhat rushes through them too much as if he can't overstep a certain page limit.

It's good, though. Get if you really need it, however.

I bought this book for my child development class. Although I found the physical and motor development of children to be very interesting, I was very bothered by the authors frequent references to stereotypes. He often "sugar coats" his statements that whites are perfect, blacks are aggressive, and Asians are timid. Page 191 states, "Children of Japanese and Chinese familes are often taught--through direct guidance or example--to avoid outward expressions of anger. African and African American children, in contrast are encouraged to express feelings openly. Euro-American [White] children display a moderate amount of emotional expression." This is clearly his opinion and he is entitled to it, but it is very unprofessional to put this in a text where multiculturalism is concerned. Another stereotype that he refers to is that women mainly suffer "anxiety and depression," while the father has concerns of bonding with a child with down syndrome. This book is easy to read; however I would not recommend it for any student or instructor.

I was required to read this book for a child development practicum course, and I was surprised that the text book was so easy to read and actually interesting. I usually borrow books and have no interest to hold on to them after I am done with the required work, but this book was worth buying. It presents information in an organized fashion and gives a personal anecdote with every chapter. I would recommend it as an addition to anyone's child development library, but then again, I did buy it with my parents money, being the poor college student that I am... anyhow; it's worth reading if you enjoy learning about child development (especially from a multicultural point of view.)

I recieved a great book in only a couple days. The text was in perfect condition. I would purchase here many times to come.

I needed this book for my child growth and development class and it worked great. A lot of up to day info and research about the growth of children. I would recommend for any one who is study the growth and development of children.

Book was in good condition. I saved a ton of money by purchasing the book through Amazon. Thanks!

This book arrived quickly and and perfect condition. It was 3/4 of the regular price, and it as good as a brand new book, as promised.

This book was great and even though it was used, it was still in great condition!

The product what great it was just the rate it got here that was AWFUL! I ordered this book on June 30th and I didn't recieve it until July 23rd. About 5 days after I ordered the product the seller sent me an e mail telling me she wouldn't be able to send it till July 16th- 18th because she was out of town. I ordered this book early so I could have it for a class I'm taking. The class is now half way over and I just got my book today because she didn't send it till the 20th. Personally if you know your not going to be able to send it then why even put it up to sell. I don't recommend buying from the seller kim-books! Thanks