Woodhead, Martin. editor. Faulkner, Dorothy. editor. Littleton, Karen. editor. Open University text London New York Routledge in association with the Open University 1999 monographic eng . vi, 278 p. ill. ; This book explores children's social relationships in and out of the classroom. Chapters focus on the growing importance of children's friendships and how these influence social participation and development later on in life. Issues such as peer rejection, bullying and adolescent development are analysed from both psychological and sociological perspectives. The book concludes with a re-examination of cultural concepts of childhood, child development and the nature of children's autonomy. edited by Martin Woodhead, Dorothy Faulkner, and Karen Littleton. Includes bibliographical references and index. English. Child development Educational psychology 305.231 MAK- 9781138172159 http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0649/98025642-d.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0649/98025642-d.html