Critical Childhood Studies: Global Perspectives

The book provides an advanced, accessible text for childhood studies, covering key ideas and drawing on diverse perspectives. It includes commentaries from international experts, pedagogical features, and a companion website with resources.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 07 September 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

The book offers a comprehensive and engaging introduction to childhood studies, catering to a diverse range of readers from various backgrounds and disciplines. It introduces key ideas and concepts, such as agency, intersectionality, and child rights, and explores their relevance in contemporary society. The book's accessible language and practical examples make it suitable for practitioners and students alike. It draws on a wide range of perspectives, including child development, educational studies, history, human rights, media studies, philosophy, public health, race and ethnicity studies, and social anthropology, to provide a holistic understanding of childhood. The book is organized into five sections, each focusing on a different aspect of childhood studies. These sections include Foundations of Childhood Studies, Childhood Studies Meets Other Disciplines, Childhood Studies Meets Child Rights Studies, Intersectional Perspectives on Childhood, and Childhood Studies in Practice. Each section includes commentaries from international experts, providing valuable insights and perspectives. The book also features pedagogical features such as guiding questions, challenge tasks, quotes from students and experts, and a glossary of terms. Additionally, the book has a companion website that offers videos, interactive tasks, and other resources, enhancing the learning experience. Overall, the book is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding childhood and its impact on society. Its comprehensive coverage, engaging writing style, and practical examples make it a valuable tool for practitioners, researchers, and students alike.

Weight: 462g
Dimension: 235 x 156 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350163201