Early Childhood Development: A Multicultural Perspective, Fifth Edition addresses both typical and atypical child development from birth through age eight. This text highlights the diversity of child development, preparing professionals to meet the unique needs of children from a wide variety of backgrounds.

This practical, hands-on text takes a multicultural approach to child development. Presenting typical as well as atypical development, the book is arranged within an ages/stages format focusing on the period from birth through age eight.