Childhood: Voyages in Development

by Spencer A. Rathus

Spencer A. Rathus provides a hands-on approach in the chronologically organized CHILDHOOD: VOYAGES IN DEVELOPMENT, Fourth Edition, helping you understand the links between developmental theories and research--and their application to everyday life. Using his proven pedagogical approach, interspersed with personal and humorous stories, Rathus makes reading and studying an enjoyable process of discovery.

Genres: School, Parenting

560 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2005

About the author

Spence Rathus is a veteran author who, in addition to his intro and development books with Thomson Learning, publishes texts in adjustment and abnormal psychology with other publishers. Spencer A. Rathus is known for his warm, encouraging writing style and applied approach to learning. As the first member of his family to attend college, he struggled through dry and technical books that didn’t resonate with him. His goal is to write textbooks that excite and motivate today’s students, through humor, personal examples, and a clear pedagogical framework. Since earning his Ph.D., he has published research articles in the areas of human growth and development, psychological disorders, methods of therapy, and psychological assessment. Foremost among his research publications is the Rathus Assertiveness Schedule(RAS), which is widely used in research and clinical practice and frequently referenced in other literature. Rathus taught at Northeastern University and St. John’s University before arriving at his current position at New York University, where he teaches a culturally diverse population of students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies.

Reviews

[Deborah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well-rounded companion text for Child Growth & Development!

[Renee · Rating 1 out of 5]

This is one of the worst books I have ever read. It's horribly written, terribly edited and taught me nothing of value. I'm not sure which is harder to believe: that this book has made it to its fourth edition or that I was forced to paid over $80 for this unbelievable trash. If it weren't worth so much, I'd burn it. Instead, I'm stuck trying to get rid of it. Professors, do yourself a favor and do not use this book.

[Anita · Rating 2 out of 5]

Maybe a two-star rating is a little harsh, but what can I say? - I feel bitter this morning. This is the textbook we're currently using in my child development survey course, and I just spent the majority of my birthday weekend getting to know it. Urgh.

[Tina O'Toole · Rating 3 out of 5]

There is some good information in this book, but there is so much that is left out. I felt cheated out of further information.