Contemporary Issues in Childhood provides undergraduate students with a
comprehensive introduction to the current influences and challenges that
surround childhood, families and communities. The text carefully
explores the lives of children and young people to make clear the link
between this particular demographic and social contexts such as family,
community and society. Key theories and concepts are examined in each
chapter, using Bronfenbrenner's bio-ecological model to highlight the
complex and individual nature of child development.
Written by highly experienced authors who represent a variety of
professional disciplines, the book offers a comprehensive introduction
to encourage critical reflection on the influences and experiences of
children and childhood. A range of rich, practical examples accompany
the text, in addition to discussion questions, case studies and further
reading designed to support readers in reflecting on their own
experiences as learners.
Contemporary Issues in Childhood is essential reading for students on
Education Studies courses and Childhood, Family and Community Studies
courses, as well as preservice and in-service educators. It will also be
of great interest to Early Childhood Studies and Special Needs/Inclusive
Studies students.