Routledge Children, Structure and Agency - Development Studies

Explore the complex realities of childhood in the developing world through this academic study from Routledge. As global debates surrounding child labor, the Child Rights Convention, and universal primary education continue to grow, this book provides essential context for understanding these issues on the ground. Moving beyond theoretical debates, this work examines the daily lives and activities of children across diverse regions, including Vietnam, India, Burkina Faso, Tanzania, Nicaragua, and Bolivia. It addresses the tension between global development goals and local realities, specifically looking at the need for child participation and the application of Western norms of childhood in different cultural settings. This text is an important resource for those studying development and society. It offers a deep look at how structure and agency affect the lives of children in selected areas, providing a grounded perspective on the Millennium Development Goals and the evolving landscape of child rights in developing nations.