The flexible, student-focussed solution for delivering GCSE Home Economics: Child Development for AQA - this book provides coverage of all topics in the specification and delivers a wide range of activities to prepare students for their assessments This expertly written, innovative student book provides comprehensive coverage of all topics and is fully in line with current practice and terminology. It provides the student with opportunities to: * develop knowledge of children's needs and patterns of development * increase understanding of how children can be provided with different forms of care to enable them to develop appropriately * develop critical thinking skills as well as writing abilities through work on case studies, activities and end of topic questions * develop the knowledge and understanding you will need to successfully complete the assignments and assessment criteria that are part of this award * engage students with a range of teaching and learning features including: Getting Started, Key Terms, Case Studies, Over to You and Investigate. Knowledge Check features help to revise and consolidate key topic areas.