The Development of Children's Memory
The Scientific Contributions of Peter A. Ornstein

This book provides an understanding of memory development through an examination of the scientific contributions of Peter A. Ornstein.

Lynne E. Baker-Ward (Edited by), David F. Bjorklund (Edited by), Jennifer L. Coffman (Edited by)

9781108836456, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 10 June 2021

350 pages
23.5 x 15.8 x 2.5 cm, 0.71 kg

'Peter A. Ornstein has influenced the field of children's memory development in a sustainable way and this volume is proof of it. Written by the best representatives of the field, it is an impressive collection drawing from traditional approaches and contemporary literature.' Claudia M. Roebers, Professor and Head of Developmental Psychology, University of Bern, Switzerland

This book provides an understanding of memory development through an examination of the scientific contributions of eminent developmental scientist Peter A. Ornstein. His fifty-year career not only coincided with but also contributed to a period of extraordinary progress in the understanding of children's memory. The volume describes this historical context, constructs a theoretical structure for understanding memory development, and emphasizes research applications for educational and forensic practice. Organized around Ornstein's four influential research programs in children's memory strategies, children's event memory, family socialization of memory, and classroom socialization of memory, the chapters examine contemporary directions in each area, with commentaries addressing each program provided by internationally renowned developmental psychologists. The book presents a comprehensive overview of memory development for psychologists and educators at all levels of training and practice, and also provides a model of a generative life in science.

Part I. Backdrop: 1. Introduction: The Emergence of the Developmental Science of Memory: A Festschrift for Peter A. Ornstein Lynne E. Baker-Ward, David F. Bjorklund, and Jennifer L. Coffman
2. Mechanism of Meaning? The Ornstein Lab and Memory in Historical Context Brian D. Cox
3. Memory Development or the Development of Memory: An Update Catherine A. Haden
Part II. Children's Memory Strategies: 4. Overview: Deliberate Remembering in Children Deborah L. Best and Trisha H. Folds-Bennett
5. Knowledge Influences Strategies: Origins and Updates of Knowledge Alena Esposito and Patricia J. Bauer
6. Commentary: Children's Memory Strategies Wolfgang Schneider
Part III. Children's Event Memory: 7. Overview: Children's Memory for Personal Experiences: From the Laboratory to the Doctor's Office to the Courtroom Lynne E. Baker-Ward and Taylor E. Thomas
8. Child Victims and Witnesses of Reported Abuse Heather L. Price and Deborah A. Connolly
9. Natural Conversations as a Source of False Memories in Children: Implication for the Testimony of Young Witnesses Gabrielle F. Principe
10. Commentary: Children's Memory of their Personal Experiences Maggie Bruck
Part 4. Family Socialization of Memory: 11. Overview: Developmental Pathways to Skilled Remembering: Characterizing the Development of Children's Memory within the Family Context Amy M. Hedrick
12. Making Memories in Museums Catherine A. Haden, Diana I. Acosta, and Lauren C. Pagano
13. The Socialization of Gratitude: How Parent-Child Conversations Impact Children's Memory for Gratitude-Related Events Hillary A. Langley, Jennifer L. Coffman, and Andrea M. Hussong
14. Commentary: How Memory Develops in Conversational Contexts Robyn Fivush
Part 5. Classroom Socialization of Memory: 15. Overview: The Development of Memory in the Elementary Classroom Context Jennifer L. Coffman and Olivia K. Cook
16. Children's Accuracy and Strategy Use in the Context of Addition: Extending the Impact Metacognitive Language to Children's Academic Skills Kesha N. Hudson, Keadija C. Wiley, and Jennifer L. Coffman
17. The Socialization of Cognition in the Classroom: Future Directions for Understanding the Role of Instruction in Brain and Behavioral Development Jennie K. Grammer and Remi Torres
18. Commentary: Creating a Life in Science Frederick J. Morrison
Part 6. Perspective: 19. Fifty Years of Memory Research and Its Impact on Conceptions of Cognitive Development David F. Bjorklund.

Subject Areas: Cognition & cognitive psychology [JMR], Child & developmental psychology [JMC], Psychology [JM]