Testing Children's Development from Birth to School Age

Testing Children's Development from Birth to School Age, published in 1935, was a groundbreaking work that highlighted the increased interest in measuring pre-school children's development using other means than intelligence tests. The book, authored by Dr Karl Buehler and his team at the Psychological Institute of the University of Vienna, gained recognition worldwide for its studies in child psychology. It contains developmental tests for the first six years of life, techniques for testing small children, and information on test construction and evaluation. Today, it serves as a valuable resource for understanding early childhood development in its historical context.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 21 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Originally published in 1935, Testing Children's Development from Birth to School Age marked a significant surge in the exploration of alternative methods for measuring the developmental progress of pre-school children, surpassing the limitations of traditional intelligence tests. In the early 20th century, the groundbreaking work conducted at the Psychological Institute of the University of Vienna, under the general direction of Dr Karl Buehler, gained widespread recognition throughout Europe and the United States. This acclaim was particularly evident in the field of child psychology, led by the authors Dr Charlotte Buehler and her former assistant, Dr Hildegard Hetzer. The book encompasses a comprehensive range of developmental tests designed for the first six years of life, along with practical techniques for assessing young children. It also provides valuable insights into the construction and evaluation of these tests, ensuring their validity and reliability. Today, this invaluable resource can be appreciated not only for its historical significance but also for its timeless relevance, offering valuable insights into the growth and development of children during their early years.

Weight: 548g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032364193