I'm looking to do some distance learning. What books are professionals reading regarding child development?

There are several books regarding child development distance learning that professionals are learning. One of the best books regarding that topic is "Child Development" the international edition written by Laura Berk.

You should check out this website: http://www.babycenter.com/0_child-development-books_6903.bc. It has a list of some of the best child development books on the market, along with summaries and the benefits of the book.