Introduction to Human Development and Family Science

"This textbook is a one-of-a-kind resource for introducing students to human development and family science. The applied focus on human development, family life education, career and professional development, and cultivating family strengths provides students with a nuanced understanding and foundational knowledge needed to enter the family sciences field. The text is exactly what is needed to provide both an introductory and a comprehensive view of family life education."

Helyne Frederick, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA.

"This is the textbook we have needed for our students that recognizes the family as a pivotal context for human development and humanizes the experience of children, families, and professionals. It is full of engaging and rich teaching materials, including vignettes, real-life experiences, student perspectives, concise chapter summaries, an integration section concluding each chapter, and journal prompts to support reflection. If only all textbooks were as accessible and engaging for students!"

Gina A. Cook, California State University, Stanislaus, USA.