Your Five-Year-OldBy: Louise Bates Ames, Frances L. Ilg A five year old is a wonderful, fun loving, exuberant child. But whats going on inside that five year old head? What stages of development does a child this age go through, and what should parents know that can help their five year old handle this impressionable year? Recognized authorities on child behavior and development, Drs. Ames and Ilg answer these and many other questions, offering both invaluable