Psychological Development and Early Childhood is a broad and accessible introduction to theory and research, presenting integrated research-based accounts of development in key areas of early childhood.

• One of a series of four books which form part of the Open University course Child Development.
• A focus on modern developmental theories is complemented by detailed consideration of models of developmental processes.
• A theme that runs through the book is a concern with the ways in which biological, social and cultural influences interact in development.