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Language Development from Theory to Practice, Fourth Edition offers a clear, research-driven introduction to how children acquire language from infancy through adolescence. Integrating perspectives from linguistics, psychology, education, and communication sciences and disorders, the text emphasizes the connections among theory, research, and real-world application. Students gain a strong foundation in the domains of language including form, content, and use, while exploring the biological, cognitive, social, and cultural factors that shape development.

With a focus on active learning and practical relevance, the Fourth Edition supports students in applying key concepts across clinical, educational, and research contexts. Engaging examples and structured learning supports help students build critical thinking skills and prepare for professional practice.

New to the Fourth Edition
  • Reorganized foundational chapters for a clearer, more intuitive progression 
  • Learning Outcomes aligned with chapter content and paired with formative assessment 
  • End-of-chapter quizzes with answer explanations for self-assessment 
  • Learn More About video callouts illustrating key concepts 
  • Your Turn application activities in every chapter 
  • Theory to Practice features linking content to real-world contexts 
  • Expanded visuals and diagrams to support comprehension
Key Features
  • Coverage Across Development: Examines language growth from infancy through the school-age years and beyond. 
  • Focus on Individual Differences: Explores how developmental, environmental, and contextual factors shape language outcomes. 
  • Language Diversity: Addresses dialects, bilingualism, multilingualism, and the relationship between language and culture. 
  • Language Disorders Overview: Introduces major types of childhood language disorders and the professionals who identify and treat them. 
  • Interdisciplinary Perspective: Integrates insights from linguistics, psychology, neuroscience, and communication sciences.
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For instructors: Instructor's Manual, PowerPoint Slides, Test Bank, Case Studies, Class Activities
For students: Quizzes, eFlashcards



About the Author :
Khara L. Pence Turnbull, PhD, is a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Virginia in the Curry School of Education and the Center for Advanced Study of Teaching and Learning, with an appointment in the Preschool Language & Literacy Lab. Kharas interests are in language and literacy development, particularly for children who are at risk for language and literacy difficulties.

Laura Justice, PhD, is Professor in the School of Teaching and Learning at The Ohio State University (Columbus). A clinical speech-language pathologist, Justice is interested in early literacy development and intervention for children who have language difficulties. She has published a number of peer-reviewed papers on this topic as well as several books, including Clinical Approaches to Emergent Literacy Intervention.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781635508413
  • Publisher: Plural Publishing Inc
  • Publisher Imprint: Plural Publishing Inc
  • Edition: New edition
  • Language: English
  • Width: 216 mm
  • ISBN-10: 163550841X
  • Publisher Date: 30 Oct 2026
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 279 mm
  • No of Pages: 400


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