For undergraduate courses in Lifespan Development and Human Development An interdisciplinary approach with an emphasis on culture and family Using an interdisciplinary approach which emphasizes culture and family, Understanding Human Development challenges students to understand development from a broader perspective. Students draw on their own experiences as they weigh the research and ideas presented in the text. Looking for additional resources to help you understand the material and succeed in this course? MyDevelopmentLab contains study tools such as flashcards, self tests, videos, as well as MyVirtualChild which allows you to raise your own virtual child from birth through age 18 and monitor the results. Want to view an interview with co-author, Wendy Dunn? Click here: www.youtube.com/pearsonpsych Want to learn more about MyVirtualChild? Visit www.mydevelopmentlab.com and click on the 'watch this video, link to learn about MyVirtualChild. MyDevelpmentLab with MyVirtualChild is available at www.mydevelopmentlab.com.