Ages and Stages: A Parent's Guide to Normal Childhood Development

Schaefer, Charles E.; DiGeronimo, Theresa Foy

ISBN 10: 0471370878 / ISBN 13: 9780471370871

Published by Wiley, 2000

This copy has clearly been enjoyedâ expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps. Seller Inventory # DBV.0471370878.A

Synopsis:

A comprehensive parent's guide to your child's psychologicaldevelopment from birth through age 10

Written in an engaging,practical style, Ages and Stages offers you the benefits of themost current research on child development, featuring helpful tipsand techniques to foster your child's maturation. Charles Schaeferand Theresa Foy DiGeronimo tell you what behaviors you can expectas your child grows and how you can help him or her to advance tothe next level of development. They include numerous examples,stories, and activities you can use immediately to positivelyinfluence your child's development. The book's structure (dividedinto four stages of child development―birth to 18 months, 18 to 36months, 36 months to age six, and six to ten years) allows you tomonitor your child's progress, identify the reasons for emotionaland psychological differences in siblings, and even determine howyour parenting strategies should change as your child grows.

• Covers all five areas of psychological health--emotional,cognitive, friendship/relationships, personal growth, and morality
• Filled with easy-to-follow Do's and Don'ts, plus fun activitiesand exercises to encourage your child's development
• Helps you assess if and when your child may need professional intervention

About the Author:

CHARLES E. SCHAEFER, PhD, is the founder of the Play Therapy Association and a leading expert on children's health and emotional well-being. A consultant to Family.com, Disney's Website, Dr. Schaefer is also the author of several successful parenting books.

THERESA FOY DIGERONIMO has published several topselling parenting guides, including Toilet Training without Tears, coauthored with Dr. Schaefer.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Ages and Stages: A Parent's Guide to Normal ...
Publisher: Wiley
Publication Date: 2000
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: acceptable