Infant and Child Development

Filmed over the course of three years, Babies is a landmark series that explores the miracle of the first full year
of life through the pioneering work of leading scientists from across the globe. The series examines the epic
journey every person embarks on, from helpless new-born to independent toddler. Following the life-changing
adventures of 15 international families and featuring the latest research from eminent scientists who share
their personal journeys of discovery into the infant mind, the series is filled with the exciting uncertainty of
parenting, exploring each major milestone of development like never before. From the first bond a baby
shares with its parents, to learning to feed, sleep through the night, crawl across the room, speak their first
words, and discover the world around them – right up to those first steps of toddlerhood.
For this assignment you will Complete TWO Video Reflections. Specifically, you will do the following:
From the Netflix docuseries Babies select TWO of the following videos:

  1. Love: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOv5jDFtvsI
  2. First Words: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFtbXwnBRg8
  3. Sleep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJCL9LR6rJI

Video Reflection Questions For each Video Selected:

  1. What research study stood out to you the most? Why? What were the findings? (4 marks)
  2. What is one new and interesting thing you learned from the video? (2 marks)
  3. Describe two ways in which you will use the knowledge learned from the video when working with
    children. (5 marks)

Sample Solution