Essentials of Life-Span Development

Essentials of Life-Span Development: 2024 Release is an English-language textbook by John W. Santrock designed for college students and instructors of life-span development courses. The text provides a foundational framework for studying human growth across the life span.

The content is organized chronologically to guide readers through each stage of human life. The material spans from the prenatal period through late adulthood and death, establishing how developmental concepts apply at each phase.

To guide student study, the text incorporates an integrated learning goals system. This feature offers structured navigation for college students exploring developmental theories and concepts throughout the academic term.