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Childhood Growth And Development Flashcards

1
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What is the average weight of a newborn baby?

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Around 7.5 pounds

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At what age does an infant typically start to crawl?

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Around 6-10 months

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True or False: Infants are born with the ability to see clearly.

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False

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What is the average length of a newborn baby?

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Around 20 inches

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At what age does an infant typically start to walk?

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Around 12 months

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True or False: Toddlers are usually between the ages of 1-3 years old.

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True

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Fill in the blank: During infancy, babies develop ___________ to help them explore their environment.

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Motor skills

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What is the term for a baby’s first teeth that typically appear around 6 months of age?

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Primary teeth

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True or False: Infants should be placed on their stomachs to sleep to reduce the risk of SIDS.

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False

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At what age does an infant typically start to babble and make cooing sounds?

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Around 2-4 months

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What is the term for the process by which infants learn to understand and use language?

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Language development

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True or False: Toddlers are generally more independent than infants.

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True

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Fill in the blank: Toddlers may experience ___________ as they learn to regulate their emotions.

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Tantrums

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At what age does a toddler typically begin to engage in parallel play with other children?

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16-18 months

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True or False: Toddlers may have difficulty with sharing and taking turns.

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True

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What is the term for the process by which toddlers learn to control their bodily functions?

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Toilet training

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Fill in the blank: Toddlers may begin to show signs of ___________ as they learn to assert their independence.

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Defiance

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At what age does a toddler typically start to use simple sentences and phrases?

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Around 18-24 months

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True or False: Toddlers may exhibit picky eating habits as they explore new tastes and textures.

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True

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What is the term for the process by which toddlers learn to interact and play with others?

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Social development

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True or False: Toddlers may experience separation anxiety when away from their primary caregivers.

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True

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What is the term for the process by which children develop a sense of self-identity and self-esteem?

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Emotional development

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23
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Fill in the blank: ___________ is an important aspect of cognitive development in toddlers.

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Imagination

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At what age does a toddler typically start to show signs of increased independence and autonomy?

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Around 2-3 years old

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What is the average age at which infants begin to sit without support?

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Around 6 months

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True or False: Rolling over typically occurs around 4-6 months of age.

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True

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27
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At what age do most infants start to crawl?

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Around 8-10 months

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What is the average age for a child to start walking independently?

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Around 12 months

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29
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Fill in the blank: Most toddlers can say their first words around __ months of age.

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12

30
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What is the approximate age when a child can start to use a spoon or fork?

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Around 15-18 months

31
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True or False: By the age of 2, most children can follow simple instructions.

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True

32
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At what age can children typically stack 3-4 blocks?

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Around 18 months

33
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What age range is considered the ‘toddler’ stage?

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1-3 years old

34
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True or False: By the age of 3, children should be able to pedal a tricycle.

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True

35
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At what age can children usually jump in place?

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Around 2 years old

36
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Fill in the blank: Most toddlers can recognize themselves in the mirror by __ months of age.

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18

37
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What is the average age when children start to show empathy towards others?

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Around 2-3 years old

38
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True or False: By the age of 3, children should be able to name basic colors.

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True

39
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At what age do most children start to engage in pretend play?

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Around 2-3 years old

40
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What is the typical age when children start to show independence and want to do things by themselves?

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Around 2 years old

41
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Fill in the blank: Toddlers usually have a vocabulary of __ words by 2 years of age.

A

50

42
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True or False: By the age of 3, children should be able to dress and undress themselves.

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True

43
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At what age do most children start to show an interest in potty training?

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Around 2 years old

44
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What age range is considered the ‘infant’ stage?

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0-1 years old

45
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True or False: By the age of 3, children should be able to kick a ball.

A

True

46
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At what age can children typically scribble with a crayon?

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Around 18 months

47
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Fill in the blank: Most infants can roll over from back to stomach by __ months of age.

A

6

48
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What is the average age when children start to show a preference for certain toys?

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Around 18 months

49
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What is the average weight of a toddler at 2 years old?

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Around 27 pounds

50
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True or False: Toddlers typically grow about 4-6 inches in height per year.

A

True

51
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Fill in the blank: Toddlers usually have a full set of ___ by the age of 3.

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baby teeth

52
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What is a common milestone in toddler physical development around 18 months?

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Walking independently

53
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What is the recommended daily amount of physical activity for toddlers?

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At least 3 hours

54
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True or False: Toddlers have a higher metabolism than adults.

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True

55
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What is a common fine motor skill development in toddlers around 2 years old?

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Drawing simple shapes

56
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Fill in the blank: Toddlers should be introduced to a variety of ___ to support their physical development.

A

textures and materials

57
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What is a common gross motor skill development in toddlers around 3 years old?

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Jumping with both feet

58
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True or False: Toddlers need more sleep than adults to support their physical growth.

A

True

59
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What is a common sensory development in toddlers around 2 years old?

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Recognizing familiar sounds

60
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Fill in the blank: Toddlers should have regular ___ check-ups to monitor their physical growth.

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doctor

61
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What is a common social development milestone in toddlers around 3 years old?

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Playing cooperatively with other children

62
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True or False: Toddlers have well-developed hand-eye coordination by the age of 1.

A

False

63
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What is a common language development milestone in toddlers around 2 years old?

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Using simple sentences

64
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Fill in the blank: Toddlers should have a balanced diet with plenty of ___ to support their physical development.

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fruits and vegetables

65
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What is a common emotional development in toddlers around 18 months?

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Showing empathy towards others

66
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True or False: Toddlers have fully developed muscle strength by the age of 3.

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False

67
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What is a common cognitive development milestone in toddlers around 2 years old?

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Sorting objects by color or shape

68
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Fill in the blank: Toddlers should engage in ___ play to enhance their physical skills.

A

active

69
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What is a common self-care skill development in toddlers around 3 years old?

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Dressing themselves

70
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True or False: Toddlers have a fully developed sense of balance by the age of 2.

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False

71
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What is a common problem-solving skill development in toddlers around 2 years old?

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Completing simple puzzles

72
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Fill in the blank: Toddlers should have a safe ___ environment to explore and learn.

A

play

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