From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Content deleted Content added
| Line 19: | Line 19: | ||
|
| education = University of Southampton; Institute of Education |
| education = University of Southampton; Institute of Education |
||
|
}} |
}} |
||
|
”’Dorothy Baldwin”’ (1 July 1934 – 6 February 2025) was a British author and biologist best known for her work in human biology, child development, and sexual health. Over the course of her career, she published 39 titles spanning textbooks, educational guides, and accessible works for children, parents, and educators. Before establishing herself as a writer, Baldwin taught human biology for 13 years, including as department head at Vauxhall Manor School, a progressive girls’ school in London. |
”’Dorothy Baldwin”’ (1 July 1934 – 6 February 2025) was a British author and biologist best known for her work in human biology, child development, and sexual health. Over the course of her career, she published 39 titles spanning textbooks, educational guides, and accessible works for children, parents, and educators. Before establishing herself as a writer, Baldwin taught human biology for 13 years, including as department head at Vauxhall Manor School, a progressive girls’ school in London. |
||
|
== Career == |
== Career == |
||
|
Baldwin began her career as a teacher of human biology, serving for more than a decade in secondary education. She became head of department at Vauxhall Manor School, Lambeth, where she contributed to the |
Baldwin began her career as a teacher of human biology, serving for more than a decade in secondary education. She became head of department at Vauxhall Manor School, Lambeth, where she contributed to the progressive approach to education during a period of social change in London. |
||
|
In the 1970s she transitioned to publishing, focusing on child development and family health. Her first notable book, ”Understanding Your Baby: A Course in Child Development 0–3 Years” (1975), was widely reviewed in academic journals and praised by figures such as Penelope Leach. Her works became staple texts in child development and health education courses throughout the UK and abroad. |
In the 1970s she transitioned to publishing, focusing on child development and family health. Her first notable book, ”Understanding Your Baby: A Course in Child Development 0–3 Years” (1975), was widely reviewed in academic journals and praised by figures such as Penelope Leach. Her works became staple texts in child development and health education courses throughout the UK and abroad. |
||
|
In 1979, Baldwin was chosen by the BBC as the Author for the International Year of the Child. She contributed to and appeared in a 24-part television series on psychosocial and biological health, and also hosted a radio phone-in programme on mental and physical health. |
In 1979, Baldwin was chosen by the BBC as the Author for the International Year of the Child. She contributed to and appeared in a 24-part television series on psychosocial and biological health, and also hosted a radio phone-in programme on mental and physical health. |
||
|
== Works == |
== Works == |
||
|
|
publications spanned child development, human biology, sexual health, and adolescent education. Selected titles include: |
||
|
=== Child development === |
=== Child development === |
||
Revision as of 19:17, 18 September 2025
British child development author (1934–2025)
|
Dorothy Baldwin |
|
|---|---|
 |
|
| Born |
Dorothy Anne Clara Weston (1934-07-01)July 1, 1934 Hampstead, London, England |
| Died | February 6, 2025(2025-02-06) (aged 90)
Canggu, Bali, Indonesia |
| Education | University of Southampton; Institute of Education |
| Occupation(s) | Author, Teacher |
| Children | Peter Baldwin, Claire Johnson |
Dorothy Baldwin (1 July 1934 – 6 February 2025) was a British author and biologist best known for her work in human biology, child development, and sexual health. Over the course of her career, she published 39 titles spanning textbooks, educational guides, and accessible works for children, parents, and educators. Before establishing herself as a writer, Baldwin taught human biology for 13 years, including as department head at Vauxhall Manor School, a progressive girls’ school in London.
Career
Baldwin began her career as a teacher of human biology, serving for more than a decade in secondary education. She became head of department at Vauxhall Manor School, Lambeth, where she contributed to the school’s progressive approach to education during a period of social change in London.
In the 1970s she transitioned to publishing, focusing on child development and family health. Her first notable book, Understanding Your Baby: A Course in Child Development 0–3 Years (1975), was widely reviewed in academic journals and praised by figures such as Penelope Leach. Her works became staple texts in child development and health education courses throughout the UK and abroad.
In 1979, Baldwin was chosen by the BBC as the ‘Author for the International Year of the Child’. She contributed to and appeared in a 24-part television series on psychosocial and biological health, and also hosted a radio phone-in programme on mental and physical health.
Works
Baldwin’s publications spanned child development, human biology, sexual health, and adolescent education. Selected titles include:
Child development
- Understanding Your Baby: A Course in Child Development 0–3 Years (1975, Ebury Press)
- Then & Now (1978, Longman)
- All About Children: An Introduction to Child Development (1983, Oxford University Press)
- All About Australian Children (1983, with Gary D. Bouma, Oxford University Press)
- Examining Child Development (1996, Heinemann)
Human biology and health
- Know Your Body (1981, Puffin)
- All About Health: An Introduction to Health Education (1985, Oxford University Press)
- Human Biology and Health (1985, Longman)
- Healthwise (1979, Harrap)
- It’s a Great Life (1979, BBC)
- The Angels’ First Aid Book (1978, Granada)
- Investigating Home and Family (1990, Oxford University Press)
Sexual health
- Understanding Male Sexual Health (1991, Hippocrene Books)
- Understanding Female Sexual Health (1993, Hippocrene Books)
Series work
- Children’s Health & Safety Series (with Claire Lister, Wayland/Franklin Watts)
Novels
- The End of the Beginning (1968, under pseudonym Clara Jones)
Memberships
- Member, American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists (ASSECT)
Legacy
Some of Baldwin’s works were translated into Braille and multiple languages. Her textbooks were widely reprinted and used in educational contexts for decades, shaping how child development and health education were taught in schools.
References
- Health Education Journal reviews (1975, 1985)
- Health Visitor Journal review (1985)
- The Guardian review of Know Your Body (1981)
- Mary Soames review of It’s a Great Life (1979)
