Child Dev 1-3 Test Flashcards
Sensory integration
When the brain takes in a variety of information through the senses and makes it a whole
Hand eye coordination
Being able to use the hands in relation to what is seen
Night terrors
Usually occurs during the first few hours of sleep
Gross motor skills
Using the larger muscles of the body such as the legs and arms
Self centered
Not being able to see things from another persons perspective
Temper tantrum
When a child releases anger and frustration
Separation anxiety
Fear of being away from his/her normal environment
Sibling rivalry
Competing for parents attention
Sleep deprived
When children do not get as much sleep as they need
Socialization
Learning to get along with people
Self discipline
Learning to control your own behavior
Time out
Form of discipline in which the child is removed from the situation
Phobia
When a child has a fear that is not logical
Parallel play
When children play next to each other but not with each other
Imitation
Learning to use a phone by watching mom and dad do it
Intelligence
Using prior experiences to solve new problems
Directed learning
An example of this would be learning that takes place in school
Imagination
Being able to use a toy in many ways displays this
Trial and error
Trying several solutions to find one that works
Autonomy
Independence
Preschooler
3-4 yrs old
Self concept
How you see yourself
Cooperative play
When children work together to build a block wall
Perception
Information received through the senses
