Development In Childhood Flashcards
1
Q
What physical development occurs during childhood?
A
Growth:
- increase in height and weight at a steady rate.
- milk teeth start to fall out at about 6 yrs old and are replaced by permanent teeth by 12 years old.
- full control of bladder and bowels
Gross motor development:
- improvement in mobility and coordination: run, jump, hop, skip, ride bike
- strength and stamina increase
Fine motor development:
- control of small movements increases - writing, drawing, catch a ball, use of implements
