A note on Chapters 7–10

Focal Press eBooks 2026 Book chapter

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Authors: Meg Rickards, Tamryn Speirs
DOI: 10.4324/9781003584353-7
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Abstract

There are various theories about the number of developmental stages children experience. For the purposes of this book, we’ve divided childhood into four stages: Infancy (0–2 years), Early childhood (2–6 years), Middle childhood (6–12 years), and Adolescence (12–17 years).

Fields of Study & Subjects

Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development Psychology of Development and Education Early Childhood Education and Development

Publication details

Journal / source
Focal Press eBooks
Pages
128–128
Publication date
24 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter