Prepared for: Educators and Teacher Candidates Source Framework: Based on standard content of Bergin & Bergin, Child and Adolescent Development in Your Classroom , 2nd Edition Date: April 14, 2026 1. Executive Summary This report outlines key developmental principles from infancy through adolescence and translates them into actionable classroom strategies. The central thesis of the 2nd Edition is that effective teaching requires understanding the "whole child" — including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains — and aligning instruction with students’ developmental readiness. 2. Foundational Theories Applied to Classroom Practice The textbook emphasizes the integration of major theories rather than treating them in isolation.