| Child Development The following information will provide a basic overview of patterns of development in the growing child. Begin to have favorite playmates and sometimes exclude certain children from their play group. They are more independent of adults than 3 year olds. Capable of feeling jealousBoastful - enjoys showing off and bragging about possessionsLies sometimes to protect self and friends, but doesn’t trulyUnderstand the concept of lying - imagination often gets in the wayMay name call, tattle freelyLikes to shock others by using "forbidden" wordsExpresses anger verbally rather than physically (most of the time)Still throws tantrums over minor frustrations Can feel intense anger and frustration Cognitive Development Are developing powers of abstracting, generalizing, and reasoning Can follow 3-step directions Can place objects in a line from largest to smallest Can recognize some letters if taught, and may be able to print own name Recognizes familiar words in books Understands the concepts of tallest, biggest, same, more, on, in, under, and above Counts 1-7 objects out loud - but not always in the right order Understands the order of daily routines Asks a lot of questions, including ones on birth and death Enjoys singing simple songs, rhymes, and nonsense words Learns address, and phone number, if taught Names 6-8 colors and 3 shapes Basic understanding of concepts related to number, size, weight, colors, textures, distance, position and time Has long attention span and finishes activities Physical Development Weight: 27-50 pounds Height: 37-46 inches Needs 10-12 hours sleep each night. Like to demonstrate new skills mastered. Feel that they are bigger now. They are not very good at pacing themselves, and will get tired and cranky if not offered enough quiet activities. Stages of Awareness Regarding Differences Noticing differences among people Can identify and match people according to physical characteristics Ask "why" questions Susceptible to believe stereotypes Mask fear of differences with avoidance, silliness Suggested Activities Provide music, songs, picture and storybooks, and plenty of opportunities for drawing and painting. Provide simple games with rules so your child can learn the basis of cooperative play. Provide teddy bears or other props to give young children a sense of security. Use props to encourage curiosity and “hands-on” participation. Examples could include pylons, markers, beanbags, hula hoops, streamers, grass skirts, musical instruments, bubbles or songs with actions. Try: “The Hokey Pokey”, “Ants Go Marching In”, “I’m a Little Tea Pot”, “Ring Around the Rosy”, “The Twist”, or “The Chicken Dance”. Goals Stop violent behaviour Super Hero play should have non-violent rules Emphasize appropriate play Do not react angrily Rules about swearing must be in place Teaching Responsibility: Chores can include Pick up Toys, Fold Dishtowels and Washcloths, Match Socks, Put small items in the garbage, Give food to pets, and Water indoor plants. |
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