The Child at School: Interactions with peers and teachers, 2nd Edition (International Texts in Developmental Psychology)

Book Details:

• Author: Anthony D. Pellegrini

• Brand: Taylor & Francis Ltd

• Edition: 1

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 308

• Release Date: 16-07-2015

• EAN: 9781848723009

• Languages: English

About The Book:

The Child at School by Anthony D. Pellegrini offers an integrated perspective on children's social interactions and relationships with their peers, teachers, and other school staff. This work aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how these interactions influence children's development and their overall school experience.

The book brings attention to the often-overlooked role of peer interactions in school and emphasizes their importance alongside teacher-child relationships. By doing so, it challenges common misconceptions about children’s social lives and school achievement, which have led to ineffective policies in the past.

This second edition is extensively revised based on years of research and teaching experience. The book covers a wide range of topics that include:

• The significance of peer friendships at school

• The nature and importance of play and break-times

• Aggression and bullying at school

• Peer relations and learning at school

• Classroom environment and teacher-pupil interaction

• The influence of gender in how children learn

• Methodological approaches for studying children in school settings

• Policy implications of current research findings

Key Features:

• In-depth exploration of the social dynamics between children, peers, and teachers in school settings.

• Updated and revised edition with current research findings on child development and school achievement.

• Extensive discussion of play, friendships, bullying, and the classroom environment.

• Provides insights for future school policies based on child development research.

Ideal for:

• Students of child development and educational psychology.

• Teachers and teaching assistants looking to understand the social dynamics in classrooms.

• Educational policymakers who need to make informed decisions based on child development research.

This book is essential for understanding the multifaceted nature of children's experiences in school, offering valuable insights into how their social relationships influence their overall academic journey.