Development in Infancy

Development in Infancy, 6th Edition, is an academic textbook that presents structured coverage of physical, perceptual, cognitive, language, emotional, and social growth throughout the early stages of human life. Formulated for undergraduate and graduate students, the volume clarifies how biological and environmental factors guide progression from initial formation through early childhood.

The thematic coverage incorporates foundational research methods, nature and nurture transactions, developmental theories, and broader contexts of development. In addition to examining prenatal development, birth, and newborn characteristics, the text details the direct implications of empirical infancy research for targeted social policies and structured interventions.

Integrated Set for Life? feature boxes examine early developmental changes that reverberate into later stages of life. This content directly supports students in academic programs focused on early child development or infant growth across relevant university departments including psychology, education, child development, social work, and nursing.