A chronological presentation of child and adolescent development with heavy use of examples and applications. Strong research base, yet applied and issues-oriented for students who intend to use material in an educational or practical setting. Full chapter on language. Interactive learning features include question/answer opener, new Cross-Cultural Currents, new The Child in the Year 2000, and Action/Reaction cases. This edition is a more concise, 14-chapter text with full-color.