1. Explain some important ways that young children process information.
2. Elaborate on how the grasp of language's rule systems changes in early childhood.
3. What efforts are being made to educate young children who are disadvantaged?
4. What are some controversial issues related to early childhood educations.
5. Describe the changes in a child's conception of the self during early childhood.
6. Explain the changes that take place in emotional development in early childhood.
7. According to Piaget, what is moral reasoning like during early childhood?
8. Explain what is meant by gender identity and gender roles?
9. What are some theories of social influences on gender differences?
10. Explain the four parenting styles proposed by Baumrind and the child outcomes associated with each.
11. Discuss some forms of child maltreatment.
12. Describe how sibling relationships influence child development.
13. Discuss the effects of divorce on children's development.
14. What are some reasons that play is important for children?