Dr Carmel Smith is a Research Associate of the Children’s Research Centre, Trinity College Dublin. She has practised for many years as a social worker, probation officer and children’s counsellor in London, Belfast and Dublin.Professor Sheila Greene is a Fellow Emeritus at Trinity College Dublin. She is a psychologist and was formerly Professor of Childhood Research and Director of the Children’s Research Centre.

"A fascinating, thought-provoking and considered resource" Children's Geographies "A fascinating, rich, and deeply informative conversation about the origins and future of the new paradigm of childhood studies. ... Both newcomers and long-time practitioners will leave these pages invigorated and inspired." John Wall, Professor of Philosophy, Religion, and Childhood Studies, Rutgers University, USA "An interdisciplinary look at the field, based on interviews with 22 professionals who have played a significant role in its development, which provide insights on the past, present, and future importance of childhood studies." Choice

• Introduction;Leena Alanen;Priscilla Alderson;Erica Burman;Pia Christensen;Daniel Thomas Cook;William A. Corsaro;Judith Ennew;Ivar Frønes;Robbie Gilligan;Roger Hart;Harry Hendrick;Allison James;Mary Kellett;Berry Mayall;Peter Moss;Alan Prout;Jens Qvortrup;Irene Rizzini;Annie G. Rogers;Nigel Thomas.Barrie Thorne;Martin Woodhead;Conclusion.

Dr Carmel Smith is a Research Associate of the Children’s Research Centre, Trinity College Dublin. She has practised for many years as a social worker, probation officer and children’s counsellor in London, Belfast and Dublin.Professor Sheila Greene is a Fellow Emeritus at Trinity College Dublin. She is a psychologist and was formerly Professor of Childhood Research and Director of the Children’s Research Centre.

"A fascinating, thought-provoking and considered resource" Children's Geographies "A fascinating, rich, and deeply informative conversation about the origins and future of the new paradigm of childhood studies. ... Both newcomers and long-time practitioners will leave these pages invigorated and inspired." John Wall, Professor of Philosophy, Religion, and Childhood Studies, Rutgers University, USA "An interdisciplinary look at the field, based on interviews with 22 professionals who have played a significant role in its development, which provide insights on the past, present, and future importance of childhood studies." Choice

• Introduction;Leena Alanen;Priscilla Alderson;Erica Burman;Pia Christensen;Daniel Thomas Cook;William A. Corsaro;Judith Ennew;Ivar Frønes;Robbie Gilligan;Roger Hart;Harry Hendrick;Allison James;Mary Kellett;Berry Mayall;Peter Moss;Alan Prout;Jens Qvortrup;Irene Rizzini;Annie G. Rogers;Nigel Thomas.Barrie Thorne;Martin Woodhead;Conclusion.