Description
"Zendegi Az Aghaz" by Leila Afzali is a comprehensive guide to understanding child development from birth to 12 years old, emphasizing the critical importance of early childhood as a time of continuous and steady growth. The book divides childhood into four main stages: pre-birth (from conception to birth), infancy (from birth to two years), early childhood (ages 3 to 5), and middle childhood (ages 6 to 12). Afzali particularly highlights the first year of life as a crucial period when a child experiences significant milestones such as their first steps, words, and exploration of their environment. During this time, a baby, initially dependent on others for basic needs, learns to adapt, becoming more autonomous as they begin to explore, move, and discover the world around them.