Understanding Child Development

Intended for preschool and kindergarten teachers, this textbook describes the process of learning, physical and motor growth, toddlers moving towards independence, cognitive growth, and emotional development. The sixth edition adds an appendix of web sites and new material on special needs and brain development. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Rosalind Charlesworth is Professor Emerita and Retired Department Chair in the Department of Child and Family Studies at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah. During her tenure at Weber State University, she worked with the faculty of the Department of Teacher Education to develop continuity from preprimary to primary school for students in the early childhood education licensure program. She continues to contribute to the elementary mathematics methods class.