Homework: Child Development
In teams, you will create a research-based handbook complete with written component and illustrations and graphics.
For this homework, you will be placed (virtually) in a real-world scenario that occurs in schools. Please read the following description of the authentic performance task and complete the requirements as described in the scenario.
SCENARIO
"Imagine you are an expert in child development. You will design a helpful handbook for new and expecting parents that will be a helpful resource for parents in learning about how their child will develop in a variety of areas. In your handbook, define specific topics in child development, providing in-depth explanations of the characteristics of each (research-based), and develop three key activities that parents can do at home for each of the following topics to include:
1. Prenatal Development and Birth
2. Physical Development and Health
3. Motor, Sensory, and Perceptual Development
4. Cognitive Development Approaches
5. Language Development
Your handbook should be realistic, research-based, and precise, and should address all 5 required components in a research-based manner using text support and outside research to create a comprehensive informational handbook focused on development in early childhood."
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.