Child Development
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Young Kids are Not Just Playing – They’re Learning!
Most of us would agree that kids learn through play. Kids learn optimally when they are involved in hands-on activities with materials and people ... -
Developmentally Appropriate Milestones for 5-Year-Olds
Often a people pleaser, the 5-year-old may ask permission to move from 1 activity to the next. The need for approval is strong; they ... -
Developmentally Appropriate Milestones for 6-Year-Olds
The 6-year-old values independence and likes to make decisions but relishes encouragement from adults. The 6-year-old can be a charming, eager participant who thrives ... -
Developmentally Appropriate Milestones for 4-Year-Olds
Play with peers should occupy much of the time at school, though the 4-year-old may occasionally prefer to play alone. Kids are aware of ... -
Developmentally Appropriate Milestones for 7-Year-Olds
7 can be a dramatic age! From the kid’s perspective, everything is wonderful in the world, or everything is terrible; seemingly small events can ... -
Developmentally Appropriate Milestones for 3-Year-Olds
3 is a social age! The 3-year-old becomes more and more involved in play with other kids. They are often openly affectionate to kids ... -
Developmentally Appropriate Milestones for Your Kid’s 1st Year
This is an awesome year of growth and development! Over this 1st year, the kid’s weight will approximately triple, growing about 10 inches. They ... -
Developmentally Appropriate Milestones for 1-Year-Olds
By the 1st birthday, a strong and meaningful bond has developed between the kid and trusted adults, especially caregivers. Tears are not uncommon when ... -
Developmentally Appropriate Milestones for 2-Year-Olds
The 2-year-old is slowly but surely developing an awareness of other kids. Although they remain primarily “me”-centered, they have learned classmates’ names and may ... -
17 Ways to Motivate Students to Interact With Their Teachers
Are you looking for ways to motivate students to interact with their teachers? If so, keep reading. 1. Coordinate for one-to-one, teacher/learner interactions. 2. ...
