CH 8 Summary Flashcards
how much height and weight does the average preschooler add on each year
5-8cm; 1.8kg
why do preschool children look more mature than infants
they have more adult-like proportions and less fat
what does most cartilage usually turn to in the preschool years
bone
when have children typically acquired all primary baby teeth
3yrs
at what age does synaptic pruning and myelination occur
2-5yrs
how many hrs a night does a preschool child sleep
12
what can help children to fall asleep easier
consistent bedtime routine
many children do what 2 things at night/during sleep
have nightmares and wet the bed
what gross-motor skills do preschoolers really improve at
running, hopping, throwing, catching
throwing difference 3yr old vs 6yr old
3yr olds only use forearms
6yr olds use arms, upper body and legs
when does children’s dexterity really improve
preschool
when do children first attempt to draw
2yrs
when do children start drawing recognizable objects
4-5yrs
where is language functioning localized for most kids
left hem
language localization: is it always in the left hem
no; some lefties can have it in the right hem or in both
lefties are more prone to this, but more talented in this
more prone to some health problems and language disorders
more talented artistically, spatially and mathematically
boys vs girls strength in motor skills
boys: do better in skills that require strength
girls: do better in coordination of the limbs and fine-motor skills
most preschoolers need how many calories
1500-1700
what can parents do to discourage picky eating
let kids make some choices in food, allow them to eat in any sequence, and not have to finish everything on the plate
how can having a minor illness benefit kids
helps them develop immunities and teaches them about recovery
one chronic illness that an increasing number of kids are getting
asthma
what situation makes a child more prone to illness and injurt
when living in stress and/or in poverty
why does hospitalization often upset children
separation from parents, fear of unknown, loss of control
