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Book SynopsisComparing global experiences of childhood, this book examines children as social actors and citizens. Looking at theories around the social construction of childhood and substantive examples of the active contributions of children to society, this is an essential introduction to how the social sciences conceptualise childhood.
Trade ReviewThis book provides an excellent tool for those who come across the social study of childhood for the first time as well as established scholars. Overall, I believe that this book contributes prominently to the interdisciplinary nature of the disciplines of Childhood Studies and Children’s Geographies as it enthusiastically and inspiringly examines childhood and promotes children’s voices and agency within geographically diverse every-day lives. * Kalia Kaparounaki, Children's Geographies, Vol. 16 (2) *
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Ways of understanding children, childhood and the child over time 2. Theories of childhood 3. Issues in researching childhood 4. Childhood, rights and citizenship 5. Childhood and the state: children, social policy and law 6. Children and family 7. Children in school 8. Children at work 9. Children at leisure 10. Children and health 11. Globalization and diversity in childhood Final thoughts.
