Psychology Press Language, Literacy, and Cognitive Development

Explore the deep connections between language, literacy, and cognitive growth with this essential volume from the Jean Piaget Symposia Series. Published by Psychology Press, this book examines how the ability to express oneself through symbols affects mental development. Top researchers investigate the significance of symbolic communication in various forms. The text looks at how children use linguistic, mathematical, and logical systems to interact with the world. This includes studying speech, gestures, and notations as methods of expression. By analyzing the nature and origin of these communication methods, the book provides answers to complex questions regarding developmental consequences. It serves as a valuable resource for those studying how symbolic systems shape the way children think and learn throughout their early years.