Essays/exam papers with evidence of independent reading will attract higher grades so remember as Psychology students, you are expected to consult primary sources such as journal articles as well as the recommended reading material. Here are a selection of recommended textbooks and the current issues of core journal titles to help you keep up to date.
Psychology: a Very Short Introduction by 
An Introduction to Developmental Psychology by 
Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Childhood Cognitive Development by 
Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Childhood Social Development by 
The Blackwell Reader in Developmental Psychology by 
Developmental Social Psychology: From Infancy to Old Age by 
Handbook of Attachment: Theory, Research and Clinical Applications by 
