This annotated bibliography is a highly selective list of materials published in the last five years on the major problems, trends, methodologies and achievements in the field of child development. It contains annotated references to approximately 500 books, periodicals, technical reports, government documents, legislative materials, professional association publications, and empirical studies. Only those items are included which are generally available, and articles from the popular press have been omitted. Each citation is coded to indicate its applicability to the following areas of interest: individuality; learning; health; parents and families; communities and environments; laws, rights and responsibilities. (DJ)