The growth of basic mathematical and scientific concepts in children, (Unibooks)

Kenneth Lovell’s The Growth of Basic Mathematical and Scientific Concepts in Children was published by the University of London Press in 1966 as part of the Unibooks series. Emerging during a pivotal era in educational psychology, the text sought to bridge the gap between complex academic research and the practical needs of teachers, specifically addressing how children assimilate logical and scientific reasoning at different stages of development.

The work is heavily influenced by the constructivist theories of Jean Piaget, reflecting a mid-century academic shift toward understanding cognitive development through systematic observation. Lovell, an established authority at the University of Leeds, designed the book to translate rigorous psychological experimentation into a framework for classroom instruction. It was well-regarded upon release for its clear, empirical approach to curriculum design and remained a staple reference for educators and students of developmental psychology for several decades.